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Throughout history, whenever society falls into greater immorality and the tides of violence and hatred rise, God responds in remarkable ways. Chip wraps up his study in Philippians chapter 2 in this program with this astonishing revelation. Join us to learn about the life-changing work God is doing worldwide, and the passionate men and women He is looking for to join Him in His work. God is always shopping… What is He looking for? Ezekiel 22:30-312 Chronicles 16:9Question: Why does God use some people and not others? The answer: Philippians 2:19-30 Paul CARES! -Philippians 2:19Timothy CARES! -Philippians 2:20-24Epaphroditus CARES! -Philippians 2:25-30Summary: Timothy and Epaphroditus exemplify the kind of person God uses to fulfill His purposes on Earth.4 things God is looking for: Do you have a SERVANT’S heart?Are you WILLING and AVAILABLE?Are you FAITHFUL in the assignments God gives you?Are you LOYAL and TEACHABLE?Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Throughout history, whenever society falls into greater immorality and the tides of violence and hatred rise, God responds in remarkable ways. Chip wraps up his study in Philippians chapter 2 in this program with this astonishing revelation. Join us to learn about the life-changing work God is doing worldwide, and the passionate men and women He is looking for to join Him in His work. God is always shopping… What is He looking for? Ezekiel 22:30-312 Chronicles 16:9Question: Why does God use some people and not others? The answer: Philippians 2:19-30 Paul CARES! -Philippians 2:19Timothy CARES! -Philippians 2:20-24Epaphroditus CARES! -Philippians 2:25-30Summary: Timothy and Epaphroditus exemplify the kind of person God uses to fulfill His purposes on Earth.4 things God is looking for: Do you have a SERVANT’S heart?Are you WILLING and AVAILABLE?Are you FAITHFUL in the assignments God gives you?Are you LOYAL and TEACHABLE?Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

There's a huge tension between God's sovereignty and our free will. Join Chip as he wrestles with this tension and finds answers in Philippians, Chapter 2, to the question: How do we "work out" what God has already "worked in"? Two critical questions What can we expect from God?What does God expect from us?Church history: Two views concerning God’s expectations J. CALVINJ. ARMINUSGod’s Word rejects both extremes and hold God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility in “biblical tension” and balance. Man’s responsibility -Philippians 2:12God’s sovereignty -Philippians 2:13How do we “work out” what God has “worked in”? The command: Be a GRATEFUL servant! -Philippians 2:14The purpose: Be a GODLY servant! -Philippians 2:15aThe result: Be a BOLD servant! -Philippians 2:15b-16aThe motive: Be a JOYFUL servant! -Philippians 16b-18Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Scripture tells us those who love God are those who obey His commands. Chip poses two critical questions when we talk about obedience: What can we expect from God? and What does God expect from us? Join Chip for the answers. Two critical questions What can we expect from God?What does God expect from us?Church history: Two views concerning God’s expectations J. CALVIN J. ARMINUSGod’s Word rejects both extremes and hold God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility in “biblical tension” and balance. Man’s responsibility -Philippians 2:12God’s sovereignty -Philippians 2:13How do we “work out” what God has “worked in”? The command: Be a GRATEFUL servant! -Philippians 2:14The purpose: Be a GODLY servant! -Philippians 2:15aThe result: Be a BOLD servant! -Philippians 2:15b-16aThe motive: Be a JOYFUL servant! -Philippians 16b-18Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Obedience is the way God says we show our love for Him. In this message, from Philippians, Chapter 2, Chip explores what our part is in obeying, and what God promises to do for His part. He tells us we approach obedience with built-in expectations and that God has already worked in, what we need to work out. Two critical questions What can we expect from God?What does God expect from us?Church history: Two views concerning God’s expectations J. CALVIN J. ARMINUSGod’s Word rejects both extremes and hold God’s sovereignty and man’s responsibility in “biblical tension” and balance. Man’s responsibility -Philippians 2:12God’s sovereignty -Philippians 2:13How do we “work out” what God has “worked in”? The command: Be a GRATEFUL servant! -Philippians 2:14The purpose: Be a GODLY servant! -Philippians 2:15aThe result: Be a BOLD servant! -Philippians 2:15b-16aThe motive: Be a JOYFUL servant! -Philippians 16b-18Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

In our pursuit of greatness in God's eyes, we tend to imagine following Jesus into ever-increasing, upward levels of maturity. In this program, Chip poses the fascinating premise that we actually follow Jesus, descending into greatness. The quest for greatness = UNIVERSAL! How do we measure greatness? Power = Who and what we controlPossessions = What and how much we ownPosition = Our rank in the pecking orderPrestige = Who and how many “look up” to usProductivity = What and how much we accomplishHow do we obtain greatness? Two pathways to greatness:ASCENDINGDESCENDINGTrue greatness defined = Philippians 2:3-4How do you experience true greatness? One word = HUMILITYHumility is the channel through which the supernatural power of God’s love flows to heal our deepest hurts and restore our most important relationships.Following Jesus into greatness - How to be authentically humble: Humility flows from a specific “mindset”. -Philippians 2:5We achieve true greatness when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward power and possessions. -Philippians 2:6We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward position and prestige. -Philippians 2:7We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward productivity. -Philippians 2:8We experience the REWARD of true greatness when we follow Christ’s example of servanthood. -Philippians 2:9-11Conclusion: God wants you to be great! The acid test of greatness = LOVEThe road to greatness = HUMILITYThe opportunity for greatness = SERVINGBroadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

In this program, Chip reveals five ways we typically measure greatness. But as with any scale, we always want to know whether the scale is accurate. From Philippians, Chapter 2, Chip explains how true greatness is achieved. The quest for greatness = UNIVERSAL! How do we measure greatness? Power = Who and what we controlPossessions = What and how much we ownPosition = Our rank in the pecking orderPrestige = Who and how many “look up” to usProductivity = What and how much we accomplishHow do we obtain greatness? Two pathways to greatness:ASCENDINGDESCENDINGTrue greatness defined = Philippians 2:3-4How do you experience true greatness? One word = HUMILITYHumility is the channel through which the supernatural power of God’s love flows to heal our deepest hurts and restore our most important relationships.Following Jesus into greatness - How to be authentically humble: Humility flows from a specific “mindset”. -Philippians 2:5We achieve true greatness when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward power and possessions. -Philippians 2:6We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward position and prestige. -Philippians 2:7We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward productivity. -Philippians 2:8We experience the REWARD of true greatness when we follow Christ’s example of servanthood. -Philippians 2:9-11Conclusion: God wants you to be great! The acid test of greatness = LOVEThe road to greatness = HUMILITYThe opportunity for greatness = SERVINGBroadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Did you know God wants you to be great? What does it take to be great in God's eyes? That's the topic in this message, as Chip continues his study of Philippians, Chapter 2. It's actually pretty simple - but it's not easy. Two words: Love serves. The quest for greatness = UNIVERSAL! How do we measure greatness? Power = Who and what we controlPossessions = What and how much we ownPosition = Our rank in the pecking orderPrestige = Who and how many “look up” to usProductivity = What and how much we accomplishHow do we obtain greatness? Two pathways to greatness:ASCENDINGDESCENDINGTrue greatness defined = Philippians 2:3-4How do you experience true greatness? One word = HUMILITYHumility is the channel through which the supernatural power of God’s love flows to heal our deepest hurts and restore our most important relationships.Following Jesus into greatness - How to be authentically humble: Humility flows from a specific “mindset”. -Philippians 2:5We achieve true greatness when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward power and possessions. -Philippians 2:6We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward position and prestige. -Philippians 2:7We become truly great when we embrace Christ’s “mindset” toward productivity. -Philippians 2:8We experience the REWARD of true greatness when we follow Christ’s example of servanthood. -Philippians 2:9-11Conclusion: God wants you to be great! The acid test of greatness = LOVEThe road to greatness = HUMILITYThe opportunity for greatness = SERVINGBroadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

In this program, Chip gives us three specific action steps for becoming a more loving person. The conclusion comes down to a single sentence, a single attitude, that'll change everything about how you love others. Don't miss it. Introduction: “What’s going on?” One of God’s greatest joys is to see His children LOVE EACH OTHER.A prayer that only you can answer -John 17Paul commands what Jesus prayed -Philippians 2:1-2Structure of passage: The context Conflict without - Philippians 1:29-30Conflict within -Philippians 4:2The command Live in authentic, Christ-empowered unity -Philippians 2:1-2The structure If you have any encouragement in Christ,If any comfort from His love.If any fellowship with the Spirit,If any tenderness and compassion… - Philippians 2:1Then make my joy complete by… Being of the same mindMaintaining the same loveUnited in spiritIntent on one purpose. -Philippians 2:2The Platinum Rule: “Do unto others as God has already done unto you.”How to become a more loving person: Choose to declare war on SELFISHNESS -Philippians 2:3Attack the root of the problem… PRIDE -Philippians 2:3Choose to PRACTICE HUMILITY daily by putting others’ needs and interests ahead of your own -Philippians 2:4Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Chip begins this series, from the book of Philippians, Chapter 2, by telling us Christ's command for us to love one another means we are to live in authentic, Christ-empowered unity. The question is - how? Join Chip as he embarks on the journey to answer that question. Introduction: “What’s going on?” One of God’s greatest joys is to see His children LOVE EACH OTHER.A prayer that only you can answer -John 17Paul commands what Jesus prayed -Philippians 2:1-2Structure of passage: The context Conflict without - Philippians 1:29-30Conflict within -Philippians 4:2The command Live in authentic, Christ-empowered unity -Philippians 2:1-2The structure If you have any encouragement in Christ,If any comfort from His love.If any fellowship with the Spirit,If any tenderness and compassion… - Philippians 2:1Then make my joy complete by… Being of the same mindMaintaining the same loveUnited in spiritIntent on one purpose. -Philippians 2:2The Platinum Rule: “Do unto others as God has already done unto you.”How to become a more loving person: Choose to declare war on SELFISHNESS -Philippians 2:3Attack the root of the problem… PRIDE -Philippians 2:3Choose to PRACTICE HUMILITY daily by putting others’ needs and interests ahead of your own -Philippians 2:4Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Most of us can quote the golden rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. In this message, Chip explains what he calls the Platinum Rule: Do unto others as God has already done unto you. It's step one in the process of how we choose love. Introduction: “What’s going on?” One of God’s greatest joys is to see His children LOVE EACH OTHER.A prayer that only you can answer -John 17Paul commands what Jesus prayed -Philippians 2:1-2Structure of passage: The context Conflict without - Philippians 1:29-30Conflict within -Philippians 4:2The command Live in authentic, Christ-empowered unity -Philippians 2:1-2The structure If you have any encouragement in Christ,If any comfort from His love.If any fellowship with the Spirit,If any tenderness and compassion… - Philippians 2:1Then make my joy complete by… Being of the same mindMaintaining the same loveUnited in spiritIntent on one purpose. -Philippians 2:2The Platinum Rule: “Do unto others as God has already done unto you.”How to become a more loving person: Choose to declare war on SELFISHNESS -Philippians 2:3Attack the root of the problem… PRIDE -Philippians 2:3Choose to PRACTICE HUMILITY daily by putting others’ needs and interests ahead of your own -Philippians 2:4Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

How do you overcome the blues? Is there a way to take those dreary, depressing feelings and drive them from your mind and heart? Find out by joining Chip, as he teaches: “How to Overcome Boredom and the Blues.” Introduction: “I was looking for life in all the wrong places.” What is boredom?Why are we bored?Why do “the blues” and boredom go hand-in-hand?Could “boredom” be a gift in disguise?God’s answer to boredom = Authentic worship What is Authentic Worship? Definition – Worship is our response to God for who He is and what He has done.Romans 12:1Summary – Worship is the complete and total giving of ourselves for that which we believe has ULTIMATE PURPOSE and will provide the GREATEST REWARD. 3 Principles for authentic worship: Authentic worship can happen ANYWHERE. -John 4:21-22Authentic worship flows from the HEART. -John 4:23Authentic worship is rooted in an ACCURATE view of God and of ourselves. -John 4: 24How can you experience greater intimacy in worship? Private worship = A.C.T.S.Public worship = The 3 “P’s”Conclusion: Worship is not a service you come to or an activity you practice; worship is a life-focus, an expression of your deepest longings, passions, and devotion to whom or what you love the most. Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

With hundreds of cable and satellite channels to choose from, and 24/7 internet information overload, why is it so easy to feel bored? Chip shares the reason for our boredom, and delivers the God-designed solution for overcoming it! Introduction: “I was looking for life in all the wrong places.” What is boredom?Why are we bored?Why do “the blues” and boredom go hand-in-hand?Could “boredom” be a gift in disguise?God’s answer to boredom = Authentic worship What is Authentic Worship? Definition – Worship is our response to God for who He is and what He has done.Romans 12:1Summary – Worship is the complete and total giving of ourselves for that which we believe has ULTIMATE PURPOSE and will provide the GREATEST REWARD. 3 Principles for authentic worship: Authentic worship can happen ANYWHERE. -John 4:21-22Authentic worship flows from the HEART. -John 4:23Authentic worship is rooted in an ACCURATE view of God and of ourselves. -John 4: 24How can you experience greater intimacy in worship? Private worship = A.C.T.S.Public worship = The 3 “P’s”Conclusion: Worship is not a service you come to or an activity you practice; worship is a life-focus, an expression of your deepest longings, passions, and devotion to whom or what you love the most. Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

With hundreds of cable and satellite channels to choose from, and 24/7 internet information overload, why is it so easy to feel bored? Chip shares the reason for our boredom, and delivers the God-designed solution for overcoming it! Introduction: “I was looking for life in all the wrong places.” What is boredom?Why are we bored?Why do “the blues” and boredom go hand-in-hand?Could “boredom” be a gift in disguise?God’s answer to boredom = Authentic worship What is Authentic Worship? Definition – Worship is our response to God for who He is and what He has done.Romans 12:1Summary – Worship is the complete and total giving of ourselves for that which we believe has ULTIMATE PURPOSE and will provide the GREATEST REWARD. 3 Principles for authentic worship: Authentic worship can happen ANYWHERE. -John 4:21-22Authentic worship flows from the HEART. -John 4:23Authentic worship is rooted in an ACCURATE view of God and of ourselves. -John 4: 24How can you experience greater intimacy in worship? Private worship = A.C.T.S.Public worship = The 3 “P’s”Conclusion: Worship is not a service you come to or an activity you practice; worship is a life-focus, an expression of your deepest longings, passions, and devotion to whom or what you love the most. Broadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003

Chip continues this series with a message he calls, “How to Overcome Feelings of Futility.” If you need a God-sized shot in the arm, today's message is for you. Introduction: “Empty Buckets” Futility – Webster’s – lit. “that which easily pours out,” hence untrustworthy; that which fails completely of the desired end, or incapable of producing any result; trifling, unimportant. Syn: vain, fruitless, ineffective, uselessFruitful – Webster’s – Latin “fructus” – enjoyment, means of enjoyment, profitable, productive, producing results and/or desired ends.How can we avoid futility in our lives? Refuse to Confuse Success With SIGNIFICANCE! -Luke 9:25-26How can we move from success to significance? 1. Clarify your MISSION! Why are you here? Two things last forever: God’s Word & people’s soulsMatthew 28:19-20To know CHRIST and make Him KNOWN!2. Embrace your MISSION FIELD! Where are your greatest spheres of influence? Your home -Deut 6:4-9Your work -Col 3:22-25Your network -Col 4:5-63. Engage in the Harvesting Process NetworkBefriendIdentifyShareInviteHarvest4. Sharpen your tools for impact!” Learn spiritual “door openers”Learn your evangelistic styleNot Beyond Reach by Aaron PierceBroadcast Resource Download MP3Message NotesAdditional Resource Mentions I Choose Love BookDaily Discipleship - Psalms of HopeBOOK: "Halftime" by Bob BufordBOOK: "The Paradox of Success" by John R. O'NeilCHART: "The High Impact Church" by Linus MorrisConnect 888-333-6003WebsiteChip Ingram AppInstagramFacebookTwitterPartner With Us Donate Online888-333-6003