Philippians 3:7-8- 7 But whatever was to my profit I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. 8 What is more, I consider everything a loss compared to the surpassing greatness of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them rubbish, that I may gain Christ
Do you want to why people can become missionaries and follow God while appearing to be sacrificing their own personal lives? This scripture tells the story very well.
They found the true treasure. They found the meaning of life.
We were created to voluntarily worship and serve the King. However, we were created with a free will to either do so or not. Either way it doesn’t change the fact of why you were created.
Those who find Jesus and make Him their King are sheep that have found their way back home. Those who choose to continue to live life the way they see fit and their own way are listening to Satan which has deceived man to rebel against God from the beginning.
We need to find Christ like Paul is talking about. You’ll know your getting closer to Philippians 3:7-8 when your goal isn’t how big your possessions are or how quickly you can retire, but rather what can I do for the King?