Philippians 3 – Renovaré

Pastor Brian Goke recalls CS Lewis’ tenet that the Christian journey is harder and easier. The moment of Justification, in which we receive Jesus’ offer of freedom and eternal relationship, is easy. The journey of Sanctification, being set apart and becoming more like Jesus, is hard! Using familiar athletic imagery, Paul encouraged the Jesus followers at Philippi to evaluate the race and their positions along it. Even Paul admitted he had not reached the finish line! Paul championed collaborating; encouraging and challenging one another along the course. Concentrating on the prize, experiencing our life’s purpose and knowing eternal joy in God’s presence, we can obediently move together in the same direction!