Philippians 3:12-16 (NASB)
12 Not that I have already obtained it or have already become perfect, but I press on so that I may lay hold of that for which also I was laid hold of by Christ Jesus. 13 Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. 15 Let us therefore, as many as are perfect, have this attitude; and if in anything you have a different attitude, God will reveal that also to you; 16 however, let us keep living by that same standard to which we have attained.
This sermon will be completed Novenber 25.
Theme: Attaining the prize of knowing Jesus more and becoming more like Him involves entering in the race, embracing the right attitudes, and exerting the required effort.
Outline: Three essential keys to help you grow in your relationship with Jesus and in your Christian Character.
I. Enter in the race (verses 3:12,14)
II. Embrace the right attitudes (verses 3:12-16)
A. Humility of heart – “I have not arrived yet (to spiritual maturity/completion)” (verses 3:12‑13)
B. Persistence/Perseverance – “I’m in this to the end” (verses 13-14)
C. Unity in Community – “Were in this together!” (verses 15-16)
III. Exert the required effort (verses 3:12,13,14)
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