Press On: A Journey

[12] Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. —Philippians 3:12

• Not instant, but a process

• With Persistence

Press On: Into The Mission of The Gospel

[14] I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. —Philippians 3:14

• Gospel Transformation

• 1:12-18 - Christ proclaimed and honored in all things
• 1:19-30 - To live is Christ and to die is gain
• 2:1-11 - Follow the example of Christ’s humility.
• 2:12-18 - Live as lights in the world
• 3:1-11 - The highest gain is knowing Christ

“We are transformed by the gospel to be a part of transforming our city with the gospel.”
—The Veritas Mission Statement

• Christian Maturity: Holding true to the Gospel

[15] Let those of us who are mature think this way, and if in anything you think otherwise, God will reveal that also to you.
—Philippians 3:15

[17] Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. [18] And we all, with unveiled face, beholding the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from one degree of glory to another. For this comes from the Lord who is the Spirit. —2 Corinthians 3:17–18

Press On: Together

[17] Brothers, join in imitating me, and keep your eyes on those who walk according to the example you have in us.
—Philippians 3:17

[1] Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm thus in the Lord, my beloved.
—Philippians 4:1