My Messages
I write these things to you about those who are trying to deceive you. But the anointing that you received from him abides in you, and you have no need that anyone should teach you. But as his anointing teaches you about everything, and is true, and is no lie—just as it has taught you, abide in him. (1 John 2:26-27)
Philippians 3: In Pursuit of the Prize (pt3 of 3)
This chapter ends with a warning to all whose end is not Christ, who are not straining forward for the prize of Christ. Phil 3:18-21 [READ] If Christ is not your end, then your life will end in destruction. Paul reiterates this point from the opposite vantage point....
Philippians 3: In Pursuit of the Prize (pt2 of 3)
Let's read Phil 3:14. [READ] Here, Paul connects the word "goal" with the word "prize." These two words almost seemed to be used interchangeably. I pursue as my goal the prize. The goal is related to the prize. They are not quite equivalent, but they must be closely...
Philippians 3: In Pursuit of the Prize (pt1 of 3)
Text: Phil 3:12-21 Read Phil 3:14. Today, we are going to talk about the prize of Christian life. I’m sure everyone here loves prizes. What about unexpected prizes like winning a raffle ticket at a social function? We’re happy because we didn’t expect it but we got a...