Principles to Developing Christian Character — Philippians 4:4-9

What Does It Mean To Be “Christ Like?”

Principle 1: Joy (v4)

  • What are we to do? – Rejoice
  • How are we to do it? – In the Lord
  • When are we to do it? – Always

Principle 2: Gentleness (v5)

  • How should it be recognized? – To be known
  • What is the scope? – To all men
  • What is the motivation? – The Lord is at hand

Principle 3: Peacefulness (V6-7)

  • Where does this peace come from? – Your prayer life
  • Where does this peace come from? – Gratitude
  • What is outstanding about this peace? – It defies description

Principle 4: – Holiness (v8-9)

  • What is holiness about? – What you think
  • What is holiness about? – What you do

Sermon by Jerry Martin
Sunday, July 26, 2020