The ancient church believed, practiced, and taught that Christian Formation is something we receive as well as something we pursue. In preparation for a forthcoming retreat, Pastor Chris looked at readings from Philippians through the lens of Christian formation.

Here's a thought for you: Paul talks about straining forward-- stretching out-- toward the goal to win the prize. The great Church Father Gregory of Nyssa said that “straining forward” IS the shape of the Christian life: It’s not the arrival; it is never ceasing to be drawn on. It’s the pursuit.

Along the way we also heard Paul recite his resume, as it were, and compared his "superior pedigree" to the worth of knowing Christ.

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