Today, we will be looking at a powerful passage in Philippians 3:12-15, where Paul encourages us to let go of our past and allow Christ to change us. In a world that is constantly changing and seeking new ways to improve, we must have the bravery to allow God to change us and make us into the best version of ourselves.
The Importance of Pressing On
In verse 12, Paul says that he presses on towards the goal to win the prize for which God has called him heavenward. This shows us the importance of never giving up, no matter the obstacles we may face. We must press on and keep moving forward towards the prize that God has promised us.
Forgetting the Past
In verse 13, Paul tells us to forget what lies behind and reach forward to what lies ahead. This means that we must let go of our past mistakes, regrets, and failures, and focus on what lies ahead. We must not allow our past to hold us back, but instead, let God change us into the person we were created to be.
The Power of the Resurrection
In verse 14, Paul says that he strains towards the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. This shows us the power of the resurrection and how it can change us and give us new life. Through the resurrection, we can have the courage to face any challenge and overcome any obstacle.
The Need for Change
In verse 15, Paul says that he let’s those who are mature think this way, and if in anything you have a different attitude, God will reveal that also to you. This means that we must be open to change and allow God to change us. We cannot stay the same and expect to grow in our relationship with God. We must be willing to let go of our old ways and embrace the change that God has for us.
In conclusion, we must have the bravery to allow God to change us. We must forget what lies behind, press on towards the prize, and let God change us through the power of the resurrection. We must be open to change and willing to let go of our old ways, so that we can grow in our relationship with God. May we all have the courage to let God change us and make us into the best version of ourselves.
