Partners in the Gospel (XVI)

Here is my sermon outline for this Sunday (if anybody is reading, given the state of the American economy at the moment!):

Comal Country Church

Dr. Boyd Luter

October 5, 2008

 

Partnership in the Gospel (IX):

“Running like a Heavenly Citizen”

Philippians 3:12-21

 

Introduction-

 

Main Idea- As you pursue the heavenly prize, you may be held back by background, similarity or sinful worldliness.

 

(3:12-14) You cannot move forward single-mindedly in the Christian life if you’re hindered by “what lies behind.”

 

 

 

 

(3:15-17) You’re mature in your thinking and action if you live out biblical truth and follow godly examples.

 

 

 

 

(3:18-19) You’re immature, at best, if your lifestyle spits on the Cross of Christ—and likely unsaved.

 

 

 

 

(3:20-21) You must live out your heavenly citizenship until Christ comes to transform your humility into glory.

 

 

 

 

Conclusion- Four key questions:

-          Have you fully cut loose loose from “what lies behind” in your life?

 

-          Do you realize that maturity requires understanding, internalizing and living out biblical truth?

 

-          Are you focused on, and clinging to, earthly things that will soon pass away?

 

-          Will you instead focus on your privileges and duties as citizens of heaven?

 

 

Coming Thursday: Some thoughts on Philippians 3:12-21