In what ways can we "gain Christ" in our personal lives today? Seeing the Treasure in Philippians 3:8 “More than that, I count all things as loss compared to the surpassing excellence of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ” (Philippians 3:8). Counting Everything Else Loss—What That Looks Like Today - Reordering our values so that Christ is first in every arena—family, work, achievements, hobbies. - Viewing career advancement, possessions, and reputation as “rubbish” whenever they compete with obedience to Him (Luke 14:33). - Freely surrendering any habit, relationship, or goal that dulls our appetite for His presence (Hebrews 12:1). Practical Pathways to Gain Christ in Daily Life - Embrace saving faith alone in Him - “And be found in Him, not having my own righteousness … but that which is through faith in Christ” (Philippians 3:9). - Abide in His Word - Consistent, expectant reading and meditation (John 15:7; Colossians 3:16). - Cultivate continual prayer - Conversational dependence throughout the day (1 Thessalonians 5:17; Psalm 63:1). - Offer wholehearted obedience - Presenting our bodies “as a living sacrifice” (Romans 12:1–2). - Welcome fellowship with believers - Mutual encouragement “and all the more as you see the Day approaching” (Hebrews 10:24–25). - Share His sufferings - Endure hardship for righteousness, knowing it deepens intimacy with Him (Philippians 3:10; James 1:2–4). - Serve others sacrificially - Following His pattern of humble service (Mark 10:45; Galatians 5:13). - Bear witness boldly - Confessing Christ before people, trusting Him to confess us before the Father (Matthew 10:32; Acts 1:8). - Guard a thankful heart - Rejoicing in every circumstance (Philippians 4:4; 1 Thessalonians 5:18). - Fix eyes on eternal reward - “Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things” (Colossians 3:1–3). Living the Surpassing Excellence When Christ is treasured above all, life overflows with His presence. We gain Him afresh each morning, behold His glory “with unveiled faces” (2 Corinthians 3:18), and press on until the day we see the One we have been pursuing. |
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