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In a plea for unity in the Philippian Church, Paul reminds his readers, that God is our source of peace which in turn is a foundation for oneness. The post Our Source of Peace (Philippians 4.1-9) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

Paul challenges his readers to understand that maturity in Christ is reflected in an understanding that you have not yet arrived, but still keep growing. The post Living and Mature Citizens in God’s Kingdom (Philippians 3:15-21) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this section, Paul reminds all of us that the “race” we are in for Jesus is far from over and it is always too soon to quit. The post “Too Soon to Quit” (Philippians 3.12-14) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this very familiar part of Philippians, the Apostle Paul gives the readers and us a stark contrast between what we often think matters and what really matters most. The post What Really Matters (Philippians 3.1-11) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In a brief description of the value of Timothy and Epaphroditus, Paul reveals to us the power of just showing up. We each need to show up and be faithful to that which God has called us. The post Showing Up (Philippians 2.19-30) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this passage, we discover that we are to live a balanced life now so that others see the difference Jesus makes. It is all about following Jesus in the place where we are at this moment. The post Make a Difference (Philippians 2:12-18) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this important section of Philippians, Paul reminds us that an others-centered lifestyle best reflects the example of Jesus. The post It’s Not About Me (Philippians 2.1-11) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

Paul’s concern was always that Christ would be glorified in him. He expressed that same desire for the Philippian Church. Living a life worthy of Christ is best seen when we follow Jesus in all we do. The post Live a Life Worthy (Philippians 1:20-30) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

Paul’s reassurance to the Philippian Church is that God is working even when it doesn’t always look like it. We learn some important lessons from this part of his letter. The post More than meets the eye (Philippians 1.12-18) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

As he begins his letter to the Philippian Church, Paul turns the focus on the work that God has done and is doing in their lives. In this sermon from Philippians 1:1-11, entitled “Have a Long View,” Pastor Scott shows us how those principles apply to our lives. The post Have a Long View (Phlippians 1:1-11) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In his final instructions to the Church in Ephesus, Paul wants his readers to be fully equipped to live for Christ in an uncertain world. The post Fully Equipped (Eph 6.10-20) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In our text today, the Apostle Paul outlines the ways godly-oneness can be achieved in the family and in traditional and cultural power structures. The post Spirit Filled Oneness – Part 2 (Ephesians 6.1-9) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this section, Paul begins reworking what became known as the household codes. The point is that we all should put one another first in relationships. The post Spirit Filled Oneness (Ephesians 5:21-33) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

On this Easter Sunday we examine Paul’s various proofs for the Resurrection of Jesus. The post What if it never happened? (1 Corinthians 15) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In a unique moment, Jesus begins his last week of ministry before the cross with a living parable that reminds us of the importance of our faith in Jesus. The post “Who are you looking for?” (Mark 11:12-25) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this section, Paul is building on the concept of what it means to follow God’s example as we trust in Jesus. He focuses on what it means to live the light of Jesus as we make a difference in a world that is often described as dark. The post Living Lights (Ephesians 5.8-20) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this passage we are challenged to walk in the way of God’s self-denying love. But the challenge is highlighted by characteristics that are NOT to be part of the life of an individual or a church. The post Walk in the way of Love (Ephesians 5.1-7) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In the second half of Ephesians 4, Paul gives his readers a more detailed list of what they need to “put off” in order to walk worthy of their calling to follow Jesus. The post “Living as Renewed People” Part 2 (Ephesians 4.25-32) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In a culture that was about position, prestige, status, and superiority, the temptation was to find short cuts to advance. Paul builds on the theme of maturity in the last section to show the Ephesian Church what it should look like for the Holy Spirit to permeate every area of life. The post Living as renewewd people (Ephesians 4:17-24) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In this passage, we are reminded of the necessity to focus on Christ and to allow him to grow us individually and as a church toward a mature unity. The post Unity that results in maturity (Eph. 4:1-16) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

The Apostle Paul prays for the church in Ephesus to grow as a group, in their awareness of God’s amazing love and the power it gives. We can learn from this prayer the importance of being fully engaged with our God. The post Life Changing Love (Eph 3.14-21) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In a lengthy parenthetical statement, the Apostle Paul issues a reminder, by his own example, that we all have a responsibility to reflect God’s grace in our lives. The post “A Living Word Picture” (Eph 3:1-11) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

Christ breaks down barriers, nationally, ethnically, racially, and socially. When Christ is the focus of our lives and our church then we see other people through the lens of compassion and connection. God’s desire is that his church, universal and local, be an example of truly Godlike harmony and unity. The post No Walls of Division (Ephesians 2:11-22) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUN...

In a passage that ends with familiar words we discover that we are not “saved” to go to heaven. We are saved, so that we can be truly alive and do the things that God has specifically created us to do. We are to be making a positive difference for God’s Kingdom, right here and […] The post Fully Alive (Ephesians 2:1-10) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .

In the first of two prayers in the book of Ephesians, Paul prays that those who follow Jesus will have their spiritual eyes open to understand all that it means to allow our relationship with Jesus to be the driving force in our lives. The post One Request (Ephesians 1.15-23) appeared first on PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CHURCH .