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Daily Devotional

Back At It: Prioritizing Our Relationship With Christ

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Day 4

Philippians 3:14 (ESV)

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

Pressing On Toward the Ultimate Goal

Paul writes, "I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." The Christian life is not a static experience, but a determined pursuit of Christ Himself. Paul acknowledges he has not arrived, yet he remains focused, running with perseverance for the prize that is knowing and becoming like Jesus. Worldly accolades and achievements matter little in comparison to this eternal goal. Theologically, our greatest ambition should be to grow in Christlikeness—not for our glory, but for God’s. This pursuit requires laying aside distractions and setting our eyes on Jesus, who has already taken hold of us. Let this passage inspire you to examine your ambitions, realigning your priorities to pursue Christ above all else. The reward is Christ Himself—our joy and our crown.

Key Takeaway

Knowing and becoming like Christ is the ultimate purpose and reward for every believer.

Questions to Consider

  1. What goals compete for your attention instead of drawing you closer to Christ?
  2. How can you keep Christ at the center when distractions or hardships arise?
  3. What practical change can you make this week to press on toward knowing Jesus more deeply?

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