Focus on the Right Prize

DNOW 2023 • Sermon • Submitted a year ago • Presented a year ago

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I. Avoid Empty Religion. (Philippians 3:1-3)

a. Religion focuses on the outward. (Philippians 3:2)

b. Christ focuses on the inside. (Philippians 3:3)

II. Pursue Knowing Christ. (Philippians 3:4-11)

a. Nothing compares to knowing Christ. (Philippians 3:4-8)

b. Righteousness comes through faith. (Philippians 3:9)

c. Knowing Christ is the goal. (Philippians 3:10-11)

III. Strive for the Prize. (Philippians 3:12-14)

a. Realize your imperfection. (Philippians 3:12)

b. Leave the past behind. (Philippians 3:13-14)

Sticky Statement

Keep your eyes on the prize.

1. Why is knowing Christ a greater pursuit than anything else the world can offer?

2. What are some things that distract you from pursuing Christ wholeheartedly?

3. What will you do this week to keep focused on knowing and following Jesus?