Promises – The Privilege of Knowing God – Phil. 3:7-9

 

This is Namma for Christ with the two hundred seventh inspirational message dated Wednesday, October 27th, 2021. The title of this message is “Promises – The Privilege of Knowing God – Phil. 3:7-9”.

The first word of this message’s title is also the title of the below inspirational song/video (with lyrics), “Promises” as performed by “Maverick City Music - featuring Joe L. Barnes & Naomi Raine”.  The below passage of scripture (that accompanies this message) is from the New Testament book of Philippians - the seventh through the ninth verses of the third chapter:

Philippians 3:7-9

New King James Version - (NKJV)

 

⁷ But what things were gain to me, these I have counted loss for Christ. ⁸ Yet indeed I also count all things loss for the excellence of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord, for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and count them as rubbish, that I may gain Christ ⁹ and be found in Him, not having my own righteousness, which is from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness which is from God by faith;

 

The title of this message also includes the words – “The Privilege of Knowing God” – which is the “title” of the Charles Stanley “In Touch” Daily Devotional for (10/21/21) – which I have included below:

 

The Privilege of Knowing God

 Philippians 3:7-11

By Charles Stanley

 

       KNOWING ABOUT GOD IS DIFFERENT from knowing God. Anyone can learn a few facts about Him, but a sincere believer invests the time and energy to be His Friend.

One of the ways to learn about the Lord is through His Word. By reading the Bible, believers discover God’s character, principles, and ways of operating. Unfortunately, many men and women stop at this step, but it’s also important to mediate on Scripture, which involves thinking about God’s words and allowing the Holy Spirit to interpret them. This practice further deepens the believer’s knowledge. Finally, we apply what we learn, which is when we truly get to know God.

      For example, suppose you read in Psalm 46:1 that God is a very present help in times of trouble, and when trouble shows up, you rely on Him for aid. When He answers – and He will, although not always in the expected way – you learn something: God responds to your trust and dependence with a perfect solution to your problem.

      I frequently admonish believers to read the Bible, but I don’t mean skim its pages for fact. Scripture is a living document, and when you do what it says, you discover God is not some ancient, dictating deity but a vibrant Friend Who wants to connect with you.

 

By Charles Stanley

 

I pray that you have enjoyed the above message and I pray that you will enjoy the accompanied song.

Please enjoy the below inspirational song/video (with lyrics), “Promises” as performed by “Maverick City Music - featuring Joe L. Barnes & Naomi Raine”.

 

(I do not own the rights to this song).

 

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BE BLESSED!