People cannot always think alike, not even Christians who share the same fellowship and service. However, there is a Christian way of responding and behaving when these inevitable divergences of thought and attitude arise. When these times come upon us, there is a tendency to draw upon one's own moral or ethical superiority of position, But, as Paul tells us, there is a superiority greater than ours to which we much differ that does not allow us to trouble the great agreement and the dear affection that Christ, our Lord, has bout us to.

In the difficulties that may arise between Christians, as between other people, wise and loving friendships may perform the most important services. Our selfishness can compel us to shrink back. Wisdom is needed which consists of loving thoughtfulness and the love which seeks not her own, and is not easily provoked, is much called for.

There are 3 elements to spiritual living. In Philippian 3, Paul challenges believers to have an intimate understanding of all 3 to have a balanced and healthy spiritual life. They are doctrine, practice, and experience. It is easy to fall into a practice and experience that are not based on truth. The Bible warns that many "will have a form of spirituality that lacks power" and that "many will seek teachers to tell them things that make them self-satisfied". It also warns that this world is set up to deceive the people of God; and so, Paul takes time to warn the followers of Christ to ensure that the teachers that they follow are true to the Bible so that, as James says, they will not become driven about by every wind of doctrine.

Join us as we examine today's text that gives those who would be spiritual a caution for today.

For most Christians, the whole point of Christianity is to arrive safely at the destination of Heaven when the time comes; and, that is a worthy goal to be sure. But, what if we are missing a vital part of what it means to be an actual follower of Jesus, one who is stamped after His image, with this line of thinking? In Philippians chapter 3, Paul addresses this question with great concern as He explores the upward call of Christ in our lives. But what is this upward call and how does it serve to awaken the people of God to a greater and more meaningful existence in this world as we seek to live in the world, but not be drawn into imitating the world.

Camak Baptist Church

Camak Baptist Church

Camak Baptist Church

Camak Baptist Church

Camak Baptist Church

Camak Baptist Church

Camak Baptist Church