Press On!
Philippians 3:12-17
There are many pressures in this world that would seek to discourage or dissuade a believer from continuing on in the faith. In Philippians 3:12-16 Paul teaches us 2 truths about the Christian life, so that we may set our minds on the goal of eternal life and resurrection in Christ, and thus live in such a way as to glorify Christ, no matter the opposition or the cost.
The Prize & The Goal (v12-14)
The Christian presses on to lay hold of the resurrection and eternal life so as to make it their own because Christ made them his own.
The Christian Strives for the Goal and Prize of God’s divine call of salvation in Christ Jesus
The Mind of a Mature Christian (v15-16)
Pressing on is the mature way of thinking for all Christians
The Word of God directs us to crucify the flesh and not boast in the marks of self-righteousness (i.e. circumcision)
Sermon preached at Covenant Heritage Reformed Church in Hampton, VA on November 6, 2022