Evergreen Christian Community

Philippians 3:1-14Big Idea: In pursuit of Christ, abandon false confidence and press on toward the prize of knowing Jesus.1. “Beware of Dog”Philippians 3:2Romans 2:28-29Reality with God is not a matter of outward conformity to religious rituals, but rather of obedience that results from God changing your heart.2. Everything, to nothing, back to everythingPhilippians 3:8Philippians 3:4-6 Matthew 13:44-4699% obedience is still disobedience. Christ calls us to give up EVERYTHING in pursuit of Him.Matthew 16:263. Pressing Toward the GoalPhilippians 3:13-14“The Christian life is not a constant high. I have my moments of deep discouragement. I have to go to God in prayer with tears in my eyes, and say, 'O God, forgive me,' or 'Help me.'" - Billy GrahamResponse: • Renew Commitment: Forsake false confidence and place full trust in Christ alone.• Seek Intimacy: Strive to deepen your relationship with Christ.• Press On: With faith and perseverance, press forward toward the goal, leaving behind distractions and focusing