Yet whatever gains I had, these I have come to regard as loss because of Christ. More than that, I regard everything as loss because of the surpassing value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord.” vss. 7-8a
Philippians 3:4b-8
Sometimes it’s interesting to look back at our lives from time to time, and if we look way back most of us can point to some achievements along the way. There may have been academic excellence or athletic awards, maybe even a trophy or two. Or it could be that we’re most proud of our families: a good marriage, wonderful children and grandchildren really are priceless. And then there are the successes that can come with corporate achievement or owning our own business. If we list everything we’re proud of, some of us would have to use a second sheet of paper!
As Paul was killing time in prison one day, he made such a list, and it was pretty impressive. But then when he’d written it all down he told the Philippians that he regarded all his gains to have been loss. Why? Because his relationship to Christ Jesus was worth more than everything else! Some of the faithful know now what Paul meant. They know that any achievement of any kind pales in significance when compared to being in Christ Jesus. It’s helpful to find this out early in life. When contentment in Christ comes before we get sucked into the rat race of corporate achievement and amassing wealth it’s an amazing gift.
Thought for the Day: What have been my greatest achievements?
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