NRJohnson Sermon Podcast NRJohnson (Nathan Johnson)

As Paul comes to a conclusion, he gives a final benediction and blessing for those who live and think according to His exhortation of Philippians 4:4-9.
This blessing is nothing less than God’s promise to be with us.
In this final message on the Christian mindset, Nathan Johnson expounds on Paul’s statement that “the God of peace will be with you” and gives three incredible realities of what it means for our lives practically.
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We are to be unlike the world around us—though we live in the world, we are not to be of the world.
As Paul concludes his argument in Philippians 4:9, he declares “look at my life and watch how this is put into practice!”
In this episode, Nathan exposes Paul’s heart from the passage and exhorts each of us to live lives worthy to be imitated.
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While God is the only one who is truly worthy of praise, it is fascinating that the word “praiseworthy” in Philippians 4:8 is used for both God and people.
In this study, Nathan Johnson explores the biblical concept of praiseworthy and gives eight practical thoughts for how we can live lives of praise.
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Our culture is obsessed with “excellent” things—people, sports ability, careers, etc—but biblically, there is only one thing that is truly “excellent.”
In this study of Philippians 4:8, Nathan Johnson talks about things culture deems as excellent and shows how the only truly excellent thing is Jesus Himself—and also discusses three ways to fill up your mind with “whatever is excellent.”
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According to Paul, our minds are to have a “good reputation.”
While many of us would fear if someone could see our thoughts for 24 hours, a Christian’s mind is to be full of honor and godliness.
In this episode, Nathan examines the concept of “commendable” in Philippians 4:8 and four examples the Bible gives for such a thought life.
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“This study was not at all what I was expecting” was heard from Nathan’s mouth as he dived into what Paul calls “lovely.”
As Christians, we often diminish or de-spiritualize anything that is delightful or pleasurable, yet Paul says that such things should be in our minds and filling up our lives.
In this study from Philippians 4:8, Nathan explains three key areas that are lovely and why we should find great delight, joy, and pleasure in them.
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