The moment you think you’ve “made it” is the moment you risk drifting backward—forward momentum is essential for every Christian. Today, Pastor Jonathan Laurie shares how returning to the basics keeps you spiritually grounded and thriving.
Notes:
Focus verse - Philippians 3:7–21
#1 Forward Is Fundamental
Philippians 3:12 (NLT)
I don't mean to say that I have already achieved these things or that I have already reached perfection. But I press on to possess that perfection for which Christ Jesus first possessed me.
Acts 2:42 (NKJV)
And they continued steadfastly in the apostles' doctrine and fellowship,
in the breaking of bread, and in prayers.
We will never outgrow the fundamentals:
Read your Bible
Pray
Go to church
Share your faith
These are the weapons of our spiritual warfare.
The same basics that started your walk will sustain your walk.
#2 Forward Requires Focus
Philippians 3:13 (NLT)
No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead,
Hebrews 12:1–2 (NLT)
Keeping our eyes on Jesus.
Paul said, “This one thing I do… I press on. I forget the things behind me.”
Philippians 3:13–14
Habakkuk 3:18 (NLT)
Yet I will rejoice in the LORD! I will be joyful in the God of my salvation!
#3 Forward Means Action
Philippians 3:14 (NLT)
I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.
Philippians 3:15 (NLT)
Let all who are spiritually mature agree on these things. If you disagree on some point, I believe God will make it plain to you.
Proverbs 4:25–27 (NLT)
Get into a small group.
Sign up to volunteer.
Give with generosity.
Share your faith.
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