Senior pastor Philip Griffin of Gainesville's Family Church continued his series on the Bible's New Testament book of Philippians as he continued in Chapter 3 with a message titled Joyful Victory. You can read the Bible passage of focus through the Bible Gateway website by clicking on it: Philippians 3:12-21...
So how do we as believers attain joyful victory through our walk with Christ? Pastor Philip breaks it down into three parts: pursue the right prize, embrace God's plan for discipleship, and remember our true identity. The Philippians passage reminds us to focus on the present, not the past...but Philip also stresses that what we value the most shapes us and will reorder our life, be it money, pleasure, power...or God. We have the God-given power to choose our course...God will also give us the power to walk with him should that be our choice. Regarding discipleship, Philip points out that we are all followers at first...as we mature we become models and leaders, while still allowing ourselves to be mentored. And regarding our true identity, the Bible passage referred to "enemies of the cross"...what does that mean? Pastor Philip responds this way: if we're enemies of the cross, we don't think we need what Christ died for, we're pursuing the wrong prize, and we live with the appearance but on the inside haven't changed. He concluded by emphasizing the importance of understanding the truth of what we will be...it will enable us to handle anything now...
You can watch the video of Pastor Philip's presentation through the church's YouTube video website...just click on the following link: [link]. The Family Church is located at 2022 SW 122nd Street and holds its Sunday morning services at 9 and 10:30. Not exactly the most comfortable person in social environments, I have nevertheless found the folks here to make me feel welcome and valued...and I think you would, too. The services, along with the weekly message, feature praise and worship music as well as prayer and discipleship opportunities...and a hospitality center before and between services where you can get a cup of coffee, nibble on some treats, and chat with some of those friendly folks...
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