Having Goals | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Philippians 1:21-30 | Core Church LA
Takeaways:
– Our greatest goal should be Christ Himself. While most Americans prioritize saving money, health and fitness, and mental happiness, these are merely byproducts of following Jesus. When we make Christ our primary pursuit, He satisfies the God-shaped void within us that nothing else can fill. Paul understood this deeply—his life wasn’t about personal comfort or even survival, but about exalting Christ whether through life or death.
– Choosing duty over desire leads to fruitful ministry. Paul personally desired to go home to Heaven, but he chose to remain and continue serving because it was better for the Church. We too must learn to submit our personal preferences to God’s will for our lives. This means being faithful where God has placed us—in our families, workplaces, and communities—recognizing that we’re not our own but His, called to be witnesses wherever we are.
– Standing firm requires living worthy of the Gospel. Conducting ourselves in a manner worthy of the Gospel means striving for integrity and consistency in all areas of life. This includes speaking truth, controlling our anger, working honestly, using our words to build others up, and forgiving as Christ forgave us. As we face opposition and even suffering for our faith, we’re called to stand firm in one spirit, working together for the advancement of the Gospel, knowing that our labor in Christ is never in vain.
As you go through this week, be encouraged to ask yourself: “What is my life really about? Am I living for Christ, or am I still searching for satisfaction in things that can never truly fulfill?” Remember, God knew you before the foundation of the world and has a specific purpose for your life. Don’t waste it chasing temporary pleasures when you were created for eternal significance.
Let’s make our lives count for Him—today and every day.
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