Unity Comes from a Disciplined Mind (Philippians 4:8-23)
Mark Pitman, June 24, 2012Part of the Seeking God’s Plan for Joyful Unity series, preached at a Sunday Morning service
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Philippians 4:8–23 (Listen)
8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. 9 What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.
10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. 11 Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
14 Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble. 15 And you Philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving, except you only. 16 Even in Thessalonica you sent me help for my needs once and again. 17 Not that I seek the gift, but I seek the fruit that increases to your credit. 18 I have received full payment, and more. I am well supplied, having received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent, a fragrant offering, a sacrifice acceptable and pleasing to God. 19 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. 20 To our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen.
21 Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. The brothers who are with me greet you. 22 All the saints greet you, especially those of Caesar’s household.
23 The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.
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| 12-Jan | Living Life Together | Why Are We Here, Where Are We Going, and How Do You Fit In? | Ephesians 3:14-21 | |
| 19-Jan | Living Life Together | Living Together As the People of God | Exodus 1:1-2:10, 23-25 | Sanctity of Human Life; Baby Dedication |
| 26-Jan | Inclement Weather Day – No Services | |||
| 2-Feb | Living Life Together | Living Life Together Through a Growing Knowledge of Our God | Exodus 3:1-15; 4:1-17 | |
| 9-Feb | Living Life Together | Living Life Together by Selecting the Right God | Exodus 5:1-6:13 | |
| 16-Feb | Living Life Together | Living Life Together in the Joy of Our Redemption | Exodus 11:1-12:41 | Valentine’s Day |
| 23-Feb | Living Life Together | Living Life Together by Trusting Our Mighty Deliverer | Exodus 14 | |
| 2-Mar | Inclement Weather Day – No Services | |||
| 9-Mar | Living Life Together | Living Life Together by Rejoicing in a Shepherd Who Provides | Exodus 16 | Daylight Savings Time Begins; Gideon Speaker |
| 16-Mar | Living Life Together | Living Life Together by Joyful Obedience to Our Covenant | Exodus 19 | |
| 23-Mar | Guest Speaker | Chris Gendron | ||
| 30-Mar | Living Life Together | Living Life Together in Celebration of the Mercy of God | Exodus 32 | 5th Sunday; BCC 101 |
| 6-Apr | Friend Request | Joining the Celebration | Philippians 2:1-18 | Camp Selah |
| 13-Apr | Friend Request | The End of Blah, Blah, Blah | John 12:1-19 | Palm Sunday |
| 20-Apr | Friend Request | When You Give and Receive Nothing in Return | Matthew 26:42-56 | Easter |
| 27-Apr | Friend Request | Who’s Got Your Back? | 1 Samuel 18:1-16, 19:1-7, 20:1-42 | |
| 4-May | Friend Request | Strength in Numbers: Praying for One Another | Colossians 4:2-4 | |
| 11-May | Friend Request | Hospitality for Busy Lives | Romans 12:1-13 | Mother’s Day |
| 18-May | Friend Request | When You Need a Friend – Because Two is Better Than One | 1 Peter 1:-2:3, 3:13-18, 4:1-10, 12-19 | Congregational Business Meeting |
| 25-May | Guest Speaker | Scott Towers | Memorial Weekend | |
| 1-Jun | Friend of God | An Outrageous Possibility | James 2:14-26 | Honor Graduates |
| 8-Jun | Friend of God | God Dwelling With Us | 1 Corinthians 6:1-20 | Communion |
| 15-Jun | Friend of God | God Ruling Us – Coming to Grips with Jesus as Our Benevolent King | Romans 10:9-13 | Father’s Day; Baby Dedication |
| 22-Jun | Friend of God | God Loving Us | Romans 8:31-39 | |
| 29-Jun | Friend of God | God With Us | Isaiah 7:1-16 | 5th Sunday |
| 6-Jul | Friend of God | God Interceding For Us | Romans 8:12-27 | Independence Day |
| 13-Jul | Friend of God | God Our Father | Romans 8:12-17 | |
| 20-Jul | Friend of God | God Preparing For Us | Revelation 21:1-22:5 | Communion |
| 27-Jul | Living Life Together | Living Life Together Because Our Family Had a Great Beginning | Acts 11:1-11, 2:1-16 | |
| 3-Aug | Living Life Together | The Message That Draws Us Together | Acts 4:1-36 | VBS Day |
| 10-Aug | Living Life Together | Handling Our Finances with Generosity and Integrity | Acts 5:1-16 | |
| 17-Aug | Living Life Together | Proclaiming the Name | Acts 5:12-42 | |
| 24-Aug | Living Life Together | Solving Problems Quickly | Acts 6:1-7 | Baptism and Family Night |
| 31-Aug | Living Life Together | Facing Pressure Courageously | Acts 6:7-15, 51-60 | 5th Sunday |
| 7-Sep | Living Life Together | When Times Are Hard | Acts 8:1-40 | |
| 14-Sep | Living Life Together | Amazed by God’s Grace | Acts 9:1-31 | |
| 21-Sep | Living Life Together | Celebrating Everyone’s Place On The Team | Acts 9:32-42 | Communion; SYATP |
| 28-Sep | Living Life Together | Praying With Hearts of Faith | Acts 12:1-25 | |
| 5-Oct | Living Life Together | Properly Fulfilling the Mission | Acts 13:1-16, 38-52 | Hayride—Fall Party |
| 12-Oct | Living Life Together | Discerning God’s Will As A Family | Acts 15:1-35 | |
| 19-Oct | Living Life Together | Experiencing the Power of God | Acts 15:36-16:34 | BCC 101 |
| 26-Oct | Guest Speaker | Scott Towers | ||
| 2-Nov | Living Life Together | Making a Difference That Can’t Be Ignored | Acts 17:1-15 | Daylight Savings Time Ends |
| 9-Nov | Stewardship | LLT by Taking the Next Step in Your Financial Earning | Col 3:22-25 | |
| 16-Nov | Stewardship | The Next Step in Spending | Luke 12:13-33 | Thanksgiving Dinner |
| 23-Nov | Stewardship | The Next Step in Giving | 2 Cor 8:1-15; 9:14 | Communion |
| 30-Nov | That Crazy Family of Yours | Tis the Season for OCD | Philippians 3:1-16 | 5th Sunday |
| 7-Dec | That Crazy Family of Yours | Too Much Sugar, Too Many Presents | Deuteronomy 6:1-9 | |
| 14-Dec | That Crazy Family of Yours | Fixing Your Focus | Matthew 2:1-12 | Children’s program |
| 21-Dec | That Crazy Family of Yours | Loving Your Outlaws | Genesis 2:18-25 | |
| 24-Dec, Wednesday | That Crazy Family of Yours | Christmas Has Always Been Crazy | Luke 2:1-20 | Christmas Eve |
| 28- Dec | That Crazy Family of Yours | The Biggest Bill Has Been Paid | Colossians 2:1-15 |