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Pressing My Way



January 26, 2013


Philippians 3:12-14 (KJV)

"Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ Jesus.
Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before
 I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus."

Dear Friend,


The theme for the International Sunday School Lesson for January 27, 2013 is based in part on the verses listed above.  The topic. "Stand Firm in Christ." 
Paul is letting us know of his own walk with the Lord that he does not claim to fully understand his calling, mission, or purpose in Christ -- his assignment.  Certainly he has not reached perfection.  He is clear in stating:  "Look although I don't have it all together and may not understand all the pieces and parts, I can tell you what!  I am not concerning myself with what use to be or with who I use to be.  I am not dwelling on my past.  I am doing all I can to forget about my past mistakes.
 
I am letting go of those who would try to keep me bound in my old sins.  I will tell you what I am doing I am reaching.  More specifically, I am reaching forward not to the left or right but straight ahead so as not to be distracted.  I am determined to get where the Lord wants me to go so I am not just reaching but I am pressing.  I am trying to let you know the extent of my commitment with each press I am becoming more grounded why.  It is because the calling I have to pursue is not just any calling it is the highest calling.  It is marked for the prize.  There is a certain reward attached for it is the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
I get excited just reviewing the lesson. I understand how Paul feels.  I feel like pressing my way.  It is worth it.  Don't look back Christian Friends.  Look ahead to the bright future God has promised us.

Beams of heaven as I go, through the wilderness below, guide my feet in peaceful ways, turn my midnights into days. When in the darkness I would grope, faith always sees a star of hope, and soon from all life's grief and danger I shall be free someday. Refrain: I do not know how long 'twill be, nor what the future holds for me, but this I know: if Jesus leads me, I shall get home someday.




Stand firm!
God bless!
Sis. Stephanie D. K. Tyus


                                
 
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