Pastor Tim Travis uses Philippians 3 to urge Christians toward a life of spiritual thriving, not merely survival. The core message centers on the individual’s responsibility—emphasized by the repeated use of “I”—to press toward a divinely-ordained mark, a metaphorical target representing one’s purpose in life, which is achieved through a dedicated spiritual life of prayer and Bible study. Travis contrasts this pursuit with worldly distractions and urges self-examination to ensure alignment with God’s will, highlighting the ultimate prize of eternal life and the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity, using Paul’s example as a model of faith and striving.
Preaching the Gospel in Faithful Fellowship
