For Me to Live Is Christ
For to me, living means living for Christ, and dying is even better. Philippians 1:21 NLT
When the apostle Paul wrote these words, he revealed a deep understanding of the true purpose of our existence on earth. Understanding that our life belongs to the Lord completely changes our perspective, leading us to seek goals that transcend the earthly realm to focus on the purposes for which Christ Himself lived.
- Abandoning selfishness Embracing this truth speaks directly to the need to abandon our selfish thoughts and behaviors, putting aside those actions that are centered solely and exclusively on our own convenience or personal benefit.
- Living for the benefit of others It means that our daily motivation is transformed; we no longer live trying to take or extract as much as possible from the world, but we focus on leaving this world a little richer than we found it.
- Adding value to people We must go through this life with the firm intention of enriching others by sharing our gifts, our resources, and modeling a way of being that reflects the love of God.
- Forming leaders and winning souls Living for Christ translates into an active passion for winning souls for His kingdom and dedicating our time to train leaders who achieve comprehensive success in their spiritual, family, social, and financial lives.
Giving Christ first place frees us from the burden of living only for ourselves and introduces us to a life full of meaning and purpose. When we become instruments of blessing for those around us, we experience a satisfaction that no temporary wealth can buy. Living for Him is the guarantee that our passage through this earth will leave an eternal legacy and that our work will never be in vain.
For to me, living means living for Christ, and dying is even better. Philippians 1:21 NLT
Think About It:
- In what practical way can you use your gifts or resources today to enrich someone else’s life?
- Is there any selfish attitude or goal in your heart that you need to surrender to God in this season?
- Think of a person in your circle whom you can start discipling or sharing the message of Christ with this week.