Bethel Baptist Church

Paul moves from the call to unity (Phil 2:1–4) to the pattern that makes it possible: the very mind of Christ. Jesus, truly God, did not clutch His rights but “emptied Himself”—not by losing deity, but by taking the form of a servant, adding true humanity, embracing lowliness, and obeying to the point of death—even death on a cross. This message unpacks the downward steps of the Servant-King and c...

Preaching Philippians 1 12 to 15, Pastor Marty Beamer shows how God advances the gospel through circumstances meant to stop it. From prison, Paul explains three striking ironies: • What’s meant to stop the mission actually advances it (v.12): chains become a trailblazing front line for the gospel. • What’s meant to undermine Christ ends up revealing him (v.13): the whole imperial guard sees Paul’s...

Speaker: Marty Beamer • Scripture: Philippians 1:15–18 • Bethel Sunday Morning Worship • 11/7/2021 When motives clash in ministry—envy, rivalry, selfish ambition vs. goodwill—what should remain non-negotiable? From Paul’s prison reflections in Philippians 1:15–18, Pastor Marty calls us “back to the basics”: keep the mission above the individual and make the advancement of the gospel our first love...

Preaching Philippians 1 9 to 11 Pastor Marty Beamer walks through Paul’s prayer for the church—love that abounds more and more with knowledge and all discernment so believers can approve what is excellent be pure and blameless for the day of Christ and live filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ—to the glory and praise of God. This message shows what to pray for our...

I Will Rejoice Philippians 1 18 to 21 • Marty Beamer • Bethel Baptist Sunday Worship • Nov 14 2021 A joy-full word for a weary church. From prison, Paul says not only “I rejoice,” but “I will rejoice,” because “this will turn out for my deliverance.” Pastor Marty unpacks why Christians can be genuinely happy—even under pressure—and how God brings about our deliverance through the prayers of the ch...

Paul lays bare his dilemma: depart to be with Christ (which is “far better”) or remain for the church. He chooses to stay—for the progress and joy of the Philippians’ faith. This message calls the church to pursue joyful gospel advancement within the body, rejecting self-centered “self-care” and embracing Christlike service that helps others boast in Jesus. Key points Two holy desires press Paul:...

Paul calls the church to joyful gospel advancement through unity—and shows the only path there is humility. Because we’ve received encouragement in Christ, comfort from His love, fellowship with the Spirit, and God’s tender mercy, we must “be of the same mind, the same love, in full accord.” The mark of that unity? “Do nothing from selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility count others mor...

From Philippians 1 27 to 30, this message calls the church to a unified, fearless witness that matches the gospel we proclaim. Paul urges believers to “stand firm in one Spirit,” “strive side by side for the faith of the gospel,” and refuse intimidation—seeing even suffering as a gracious gift from Christ. Expect clear application on worthy conduct, gospel-centered unity, courage before opposition...

Join Pastor Martin Beamer as he begins a new series through the book of Philippians with an introduction to Paul’s letter to the church at Philippi. Preaching from Philippians 1:1–2, Pastor Beamer emphasizes the heart of verse-by-verse, exegetical preaching and sets the stage for themes that will run throughout the letter: Our position as servants of ChristOur status as saints set apart in ChristO...

Pastor Martin Beamer continues our Philippians series with Paul’s thanksgiving and prayer in Philippians 1:3 to 6. From a Roman imprisonment Paul rejoices over the Philippian church’s partnership in the gospel. This message unpacks why that partnership produced praise and endurance and how a church today can imitate it. Key themes include • Gospel partnership that meets real physical needs • Joy p...

What spills out of us when life shakes us? From prison Paul shows that pressure reveals a heart filled with gratitude and deep love for Christ’s people. Preaching Philippians 1:7 to 8 Pastor Martin Beamer traces two sources of a believer’s love for the church: • Partnership in the gospel: we are fellow partakers of grace and the fruit of ministry is credited to the whole body. • The very affection...

Pastor Martin Beamer preaches Philippians 1 6 reminding us that the Christian life is ultimately about the glory of God. The good work in us and through us is God’s work and he will bring it to completion at the day of Christ. Building on the Philippians theme of gospel partnership Pastor Beamer calls the church to humble confidence not pride steady obedience in the work God has prepared and assur...