In class this week, we wrapped up our study of John Ortberg's book, The Life You've Always Wanted.
I enjoyed our study and our discussions over the past three months as we've focused on this book and the Scriptural principles behind it. I hope you have also.
Recall that quote from atheist Friedrich Nietzsche that we discussed:
"The essential thing 'in heaven and earth' is…that there should be a long obedience in the same direction; there thereby results, and has always resulted in the long run, something which has made life worth living….”
While Nietzsche was an atheist, this quote is steeped in Truth.
The journey of the morphing Christian requires a long obedience. To me, that means that when we get knocked down or bumped around by life, we need to make sure we get right back up and continue pressing toward Christ likeness.
Below are some lesson notes I had to rush through to complete our class on Sunday. Take some time to reflect on Philippians 3 and answer the questions for yourself. Feel free to post any comments or observations if you feel so moved.
The Journey will require the right confidence, the right attitude, the right perspective and the right frame of mind.
Philippians 3:3 The Right Confidence
If we’re not to put our confidence in the flesh, where do we put our confidence and what does that mean to you?
Philippians 3:7-9 The Right Attitude
What “attitude” is reflected in these verses? How does that contrast to the attitude of the world? (Recall, Ashley's observation about the faith of Abraham in Genesis 22: "We'll be back..." For more insight on Abraham's faith, check out Hebrews 11:17-19)
Philippians 3:12-14 The Right Perspective
What kind of perspective does Paul have in these verses regarding transformation? When we stumble, how may this passage help us get up and keep going?
Philippians 3:16 The Right Frame of Mind
What is key to “living up to what we’ve already attained? What do you do to "remember" the things you've read in Scripture, learned in class or heard in a Sermon.
Whatever hand your dealt in life, keep pushing ahead! Keep morphing and don't give up!!!
I enjoyed our study and our discussions over the past three months as we've focused on this book and the Scriptural principles behind it. I hope you have also.
Recall that quote from atheist Friedrich Nietzsche that we discussed:
"The essential thing 'in heaven and earth' is…that there should be a long obedience in the same direction; there thereby results, and has always resulted in the long run, something which has made life worth living….”
While Nietzsche was an atheist, this quote is steeped in Truth.
The journey of the morphing Christian requires a long obedience. To me, that means that when we get knocked down or bumped around by life, we need to make sure we get right back up and continue pressing toward Christ likeness.
Below are some lesson notes I had to rush through to complete our class on Sunday. Take some time to reflect on Philippians 3 and answer the questions for yourself. Feel free to post any comments or observations if you feel so moved.
Lesson notes
The Journey will require the right confidence, the right attitude, the right perspective and the right frame of mind.
Philippians 3:3 The Right Confidence
If we’re not to put our confidence in the flesh, where do we put our confidence and what does that mean to you?
Philippians 3:7-9 The Right Attitude
What “attitude” is reflected in these verses? How does that contrast to the attitude of the world? (Recall, Ashley's observation about the faith of Abraham in Genesis 22: "We'll be back..." For more insight on Abraham's faith, check out Hebrews 11:17-19)
Philippians 3:12-14 The Right Perspective
What kind of perspective does Paul have in these verses regarding transformation? When we stumble, how may this passage help us get up and keep going?
Philippians 3:16 The Right Frame of Mind
What is key to “living up to what we’ve already attained? What do you do to "remember" the things you've read in Scripture, learned in class or heard in a Sermon.
Whatever hand your dealt in life, keep pushing ahead! Keep morphing and don't give up!!!
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