Clear Commitment--Sermon
Kowloon International Baptist Church - Dr. James "Butch" Tanner's sermon titled "Clear Commitment" Philippians 4:14-23 delivered on 18 June 2023. Please visit us at: www.hkkibc.org
Sermon Notes:
Philippians 4:15–23
You yourselves also know, Philippians, that at the first preaching of the gospel, after I left Macedonia, no church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving but you alone; for even in Thessalonica you sent a gift more than once for my needs. Not that I seek the gift itself, but I seek for the profit which increases to your account. But I have received everything in full and have an abundance; I am amply supplied, having received from Epaphroditus what you have sent, a fragrant aroma, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God. And my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus. Now to our God and Father be the glory forever and ever. Amen. Greet every saint in Christ Jesus. The brethren who are with me greet you. All the saints greet you, especially those of Caesar’s household. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.
Paul eagerly shared the gospel everywhere he went. The Philippians were one of the earlier groups to hear his transforming message. Jesus changed their lives and as a result, from that point forward, they partnered with Paul to get the good news into as many hearts as possible. The relationship was special. It was deep and rich because of a clear commitment to Jesus Christ.
A giving heart begins with
1. A clear commitment to Jesus Christ.
Acts 9:3–6, Philippians 1:1, 3, 5, 7
2. A clear commitment to spreading the gospel.
Philippians 1:5, Romans 15:26, 2 Corinthians 8:1–4, 2 Corinthians 11:9
3. A clear commitment to generosity pleases God.
Leviticus 1:9, 2:12, Matthew 6:19–21, 25:40, Hebrews 13:16
4. A clear commitment to generosity is rewarded by God.
Proverbs 3:9–10, 11:25, 22:9, Luke 6:38, Hebrews 6:10, 2 Corinthians 9:8