The Pursuit of Christ

The Book of Philippians: The Pursuit of Christ
Philippians 3:12-16
Rev. Chris Strevel

l. Follow after Christ (v. 12)
A. We have not attained and are nor perfected
B. Lay hold of Christ as He has taken hold of us.
C. The dynamic of sovereignty, effort, and progress

ll. Stretch and Press toward Christ the Prize (vv. 13-14)
A. The one thing: Forget the past that detracts from Christ.
B. Stretch toward knowing and gaining Christ.
C. Press for the prize of God's calling in Christ.

lll. Make Pursuing Christ your Single Vision (vv. 15-16)
A. Maturity comes in the path of pursuing Christ.
B. God teaches all his children this truth.
C. Be fruitful to what God has taught you.
D. Walk together in pursuing Christ