October 23, 2024 WAITING FOR A SAVIOR
Philippians 3:17-21 “Brethren, join in following my example, and observe those who walk according to the pattern you have in us. For many walk, of whom I often told you, and now tell you even weeping, that they are enemies of the cross of Christ, whose end is destruction, whose god is their appetite, and whose glory is their shame, who set their minds on earthly things. For your citizenship is in heaven, from which also we eagerly wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ; who will transform the body of our humble state into conformity with the body of His glory, by the exertion of the power that He has even to subject all things to Himself.”
There is a lot in this passage! When I read this passage, I am reminded that our salvation is so much more than a ticket to heaven. Someone said recently “I am saved and going to heaven-that’s all I need” That is a narrow view of what salvation means-it is missing the mark for sure. This passage begins with a bold statement that many today would never say, and if said it, they would think it was a prideful statement. Paul encouraged believers to follow his example, and observe those who walked according to the pattern they saw in Paul and his associates. That’s a challenge for us! Can we tell others to follow our example? Contrary to current opinion of many believers, it is possible and it should be the norm to live in such a way that our lives are examples of how to live according to the ways of God. This does not mean that we are perfect; but it does mean that when we err, we own it and turn from it. Notice, Paul did not say to ‘copy’ him, but to walk according to the pattern. We are unique, yet we walk according to the pattern we have in Christ. But the main point for us today is that our salvation is all-inclusive; we are called to live out our salvation. Even though we live out our salvation on earth, our citizenship is in heaven. We have been joined to Christ; we belong to Him. As we live in this world, we are to be eagerly awaiting and anticipating our Savior’s return. It may be difficult to envision, but our earthly bodies will be transformed into conformity with His body!! Let us reflect on the great truths of the gospel and on what great events await those who know and love God. (PS: Have you senses trained to recognize those who preach messages contrary to the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.)
Titus2:13 “Waiting for our blesses hope, the appearing of the glory of our great Gospel and Savior Jesus Christ,”
Matthew 24:44 “Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”
Blessings, Buddy
Philippians 3:17-21 “Brethren, join in following my example, and observe those who walk according to the pattern you have in us. For many walk, of whom I often told you, and now tell you even weeping, that they are enemies of the cross of Christ, whose end is destruction, whose god is their appetite, and whose glory is their shame, who set their minds on earthly things. For your citizenship is in heaven, from which also we eagerly wait for a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ; who will transform the body of our humble state into conformity with the body of His glory, by the exertion of the power that He has even to subject all things to Himself.”
There is a lot in this passage! When I read this passage, I am reminded that our salvation is so much more than a ticket to heaven. Someone said recently “I am saved and going to heaven-that’s all I need” That is a narrow view of what salvation means-it is missing the mark for sure. This passage begins with a bold statement that many today would never say, and if said it, they would think it was a prideful statement. Paul encouraged believers to follow his example, and observe those who walked according to the pattern they saw in Paul and his associates. That’s a challenge for us! Can we tell others to follow our example? Contrary to current opinion of many believers, it is possible and it should be the norm to live in such a way that our lives are examples of how to live according to the ways of God. This does not mean that we are perfect; but it does mean that when we err, we own it and turn from it. Notice, Paul did not say to ‘copy’ him, but to walk according to the pattern. We are unique, yet we walk according to the pattern we have in Christ. But the main point for us today is that our salvation is all-inclusive; we are called to live out our salvation. Even though we live out our salvation on earth, our citizenship is in heaven. We have been joined to Christ; we belong to Him. As we live in this world, we are to be eagerly awaiting and anticipating our Savior’s return. It may be difficult to envision, but our earthly bodies will be transformed into conformity with His body!! Let us reflect on the great truths of the gospel and on what great events await those who know and love God. (PS: Have you senses trained to recognize those who preach messages contrary to the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ.)
Titus2:13 “Waiting for our blesses hope, the appearing of the glory of our great Gospel and Savior Jesus Christ,”
Matthew 24:44 “Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect.”
Blessings, Buddy
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