Podcasts about gospel partnership

In this heartfelt sermon from Rev. Ryan Gawrych, the congregation is invited into the deep affection and Christ-centered joy the Apostle Paul expresses for the Philippians. Drawing from Philippians 1:3–11, Rev. Gawrych explores how gospel partnerships create lasting spiritual bonds marked by gratitude, prayer, and mutual encouragement. He emphasizes that Christian fellowship isn't merely social, but spiritual—rooted in our shared participation in the grace of God.Rev. Gawrych also unpacks Paul's confident prayer that God will complete the good work He began in His people. Through this lens, listeners are challenged to see themselves and others not as unfinished projects to be judged, but as beloved co-laborers in whom God is faithfully working. The sermon concludes with a call to pray for one another with affection, asking God to grow our love in knowledge and discernment so we may walk in holiness and bear fruit to the glory of Christ.

07/06/2025 - Chris Randall - The Fruit of the Gospel Partnership - Part 2 (Philippians 4:14-20) by Faith Community Church of South Boston, VA

Speaker: Pastor Giles LitznerThe joy of gospel partnership is that God gets the glory for what Jesus accomplishes in us through the Holy Spirit.

06/22/2025 - Chris Randall - The Fruit of The Gospel Partnership - Part 1 (Philippians 4:14-20) by Faith Community Church of South Boston, VA

Colossians 4:7-18

“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now, being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus” (Philippians 1:3-6). As Pastor Michael mentioned in yesterday's reflection, it was common for letters written in the ancient world to begin with a formulaic greeting, including an expression of gratitude. Paul's thanksgiving sections, often longer than other ancient letters, contain an encouragement for the believers which is also exhortative in nature, calling them to continue to live according to the pattern for which he is expressing thankfulness.  In the thanksgiving section of this letter to the church in Philippi, Paul–who is writing from prison–pens a letter that New Testament scholar NT Wright describes as “overflowing with effervescent joy” and “sparkling with the delight of family affection.” Part of the occasion for this letter and its joyful tone is Paul's gratitude for the Philippian church's financial aid of his ministry, what he describes in today's verses as their “partnership in the gospel.” However, this is not the whole story. Although Paul expresses joy on behalf of the Philippian church, it was not without its difficulties. It was a relatively small church, started in a Roman colony without a sizable Jewish population like some of the other churches Paul founded, and it experienced significant persecution, some of which is detailed in Luke's account of Paul's own experience there in Acts 16. And yet, Paul expresses his confidence in spite of his personal circumstances and those of the community to which he writes that God's work, begun among them through his ministry, would continue. His gratitude is both an encouragement and an exhortation to the church that they continue in this pattern, holding fast to their hope. What Paul models for the church in Philippi falls strangely on our ears. Perhaps you have heard stories of the persecuted church in other parts of the world. Or maybe you have seen the headlines in the news, but couldn't even bring yourself to contemplate the details. Maybe, although we here in the west do not face persecution like Paul and the Philippian church or like our siblings in Christ around the world today, perhaps you feel some anxiety about the place of the church in your context, wondering how to navigate your conviction that Christ is King when many around you aren't convinced. Certainly, in my time in Egypt, in close proximity to the Coptic Orthodox church which proudly declares itself the “Church of the Martyrs,” and where close friends of mine faced the threat of authorities, I struggled to read Paul's words in today's verses. Joy, gratitude, and confidence are not a natural response to the suffering of Christ's church. It's not a natural response to our own suffering, and indeed, it would be inappropriate if our only response to suffering was joy. We must wrestle with and deeply honour the reality of pain which is not God's intention for his people. And yet, it is critical that we note that Paul's words are addressed to a community of believers, bound together in their suffering for Christ. It is this too, then, and not only their financial contribution to Paul's ministry, which causes Paul to give thanks for their “partnership in the gospel.” Their suffering, the suffering of the church today, because of Christ's own suffering, becomes a mechanism by which we find identity in Christ and are transformed into a community of those worthy of partnership in witness to the truth of the gospel. It is this reality which allows Paul to pray with joy for the Philippian church, and which in turn allows us to pray in kind for ourselves as God's people and for those suffering for Christ with whom we are united around the world.  So go forth as people of joy and confidence, people of steadfast prayer for the suffering, in the hope of our Saviour, for “he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.”   

You give it away and try to get more every day. You have argued about it, but you don't talk about it with others. What is it? Money. The love of which is the root of all kinds of evils (1 Timothy 6:10). There are a number of ways to safeguard against such a danger, one of which is planned generosity for gospel partnership. Listen to Pastor Brett's sermon on 1 Corinthians 16:1-9 for more.

Bonus Content | Gospel Partnership | Will Torres Will Torres. Pastor at Proclaim Church in Lantana, FL shares about the incredible value of gospel partnership and advancing the kingdom of God together. You can find out more about Will and Proclaim church at prolaimchurch.org.

Mark Prater serves as Executive Director of Sovereign Grace Churches, a community of congregations built on strong commitments, faithful theological convictions, and generous support. Mark uses this channel to encourage and equip the leaders he serves in local churches around the world.Find us at https://www.markkprater.com

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A sermon from Philippians 1:3-11

The Power of the GospelPartnership in the GospelBrian Peterson02/09/25Romans 16:1-16

Acts 18:1–17 recounts the Apostle Paul's journey to Corinth, a city that proved to be one of his most challenging mission fields. Yet, it was in this very place that Paul experienced God's unfailing faithfulness to sustain him in the work he was called to do. This passage serves as a powerful reminder that God calls His people to gospel ministry—even in the face of opposition—and assures them of His presence every step of the way. From this text, I want to highlight three specific gifts God has given us in the work He calls us to: 1. The Gift of Gospel Partnership, 2. The Grace of Timely Encouragement, 3. The Experience of God's Faithfulness.

Ryan Peterson | Philippians - United in Spirit: Finding Joy in Partnering for the Gospel | November 3, 2024

Add sermon summary.We end our 90 Day Commitment to Pray, Fast, and Give, and our 3-month study in Paul's letter to the church at Philippi by returning to the main theme: Gospel Partnership. Paul's joy in the Philippians is directly connected to their faithfulness to both receiving the gospel and giving themselves to the advance of the gospel. He ends with an encouragement to stay at it, for the long haul. We'll see that becoming a long-term disciple-making and church planting presence requires a deep contentment in Jesus, a shared commitment to his mission, and a trusting conviction in his provision. We are praying Philippians 4:19 every day at 4:19 pm (follow along in #prayer), fasting for 24 hours each week (as you are able), and giving sacrificially. Are you in? #gospelcenteredtillwedie

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Gospel Partnership Will Cole

Week 7 of "Build His Church" welcomes Stephen Kuert of Involved International as he preaches on the importance of gospel partnership, as seen in Philippians 4:11–19. He explains that missions are central to the church's purpose, not a secondary endeavor, as they reflect the overflow of authentic discipleship. Ultimately, Pastor Stephen calls believers to embrace a missional mindset with contentment in Christ's strength, trust in God's supernatural supply, and an eternal perspective on their contributions. Listen and be challenged.Support the show

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Our study in Philippians will explore 10 Marks of Long-Term Mission, learning how we can continue to enjoy and share the grace of God for years to come. Paul begins his letter with great joy, gratitude, and affection -- he's remembering how the Philippian church began, and he's celebrating God's work among them and through them. God started a good work among us, God is sustaining that work, and God will bring that work to completion, and this is the grounds for our assurance. As we partner to make disciples, multiply communities, and plant churches in our region and beyond, we, too, need to Start Strong. We need a Sturdy Assurance, a Heartfelt Alliance, and Abounding Affections. We are praying Philippians 4:19 every day at 4:19 pm (follow along in #prayer), fasting for 24 hours each week (as you are able), and giving sacrificially. Are you in? #gospelcenteredtillwedie

Philippians 1:3-8

Pastor Bill Vecchio, Jr.

Luis Zamot

Guest Pastor Steve Teter speaks about partnering with other churches at Mercy Hill's 15th anniversary celebration

Pastor Bill Vecchio, Jr.

Pastor Bill Vecchio, Jr.

Pastor Bill Vecchio, Jr.

Message from Steve Teter on July 14, 2024

Sunday Evening, June 23, 2024Given by Mike Miller | Pastor of Outreach and MissionsChrist Covenant ChurchCultivating a Healthy Gospel PartnershipSermon Text: Philippians 4:10-20Watch on YouTubeDownload our mobile app

A sermon on Romans 15:22-33.