But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. – (Philippians 3:7)
As Paul was speaking to the Philippians, he was pointing out that all of his accomplishments in life, when compared to knowing Christ, were “a loss“. Not one thing that we achieve will ever matter as much as our coming into a relationship with Christ. To know and love the Lord, leads to life everlasting; all else, fades away. Though doing well, and setting our hearts to do our best in every endeavor we take on can lead to good, our priority must first be invested in our walk with Christ. May we go forth this day with a proper perspective, as we determine where and how we invest our time, talents and energy.
What once was profit,
is now but a loss;
because the Lord gave,
His life on the cross.
Our greatest riches,
the fortunes untold;
are held in our hope,
where heaven unfolds.
For nothing compares,
to the love of Christ;
there’s no greater love,
than His sacrifice.
He who was perfect,
took on all our sin;
so we’d be worthy,
He welcomes us in.
All we’ve accomplished,
is nothing compared;
to our Savior’s love,
the hope we now share.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You that no matter where we have been or what we have or have not accomplished, nothing compares to our walk with You. Thank You that You are our hope and our help; our place of comfort and care. Thank You that as we lean into You, our priorities align with Yours. Forgive us for setting our sights on accomplishing, rather than on You who strengthens and empowers us to do all things through You. Teach us to trust You more, so that we will have our hearts and minds fixed on You first, so that we will better know and understand what You are calling us to do, and what You are not. Lead us to love others in such a way, that they may see the hope that is held forever in You. May many come into a saving relationship with You, Lord. Be exalted O God, as we consider anything that is not of You a loss, and all that is of You and for You – a great gain. Amen.
© Shannon Elizabeth Moreno and Revelations in Writing, May 2011 – present.
Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy. – Hebrews 4:16
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