Marching Toward Purpose
6th August 2025
Philippians 3:13–14, “But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”
We live in a time filled with distractions, such as social media, comparison traps, and material pursuits. It’s easy to chase what shines rather than what truly matters. But the Apostle Paul reminds us in Philippians that our highest calling isn’t comfort, fame, or applause; it’s purpose in Christ. Paul had many reasons to boast about his worldly success, yet he regarded it all as loss for the sake of knowing Jesus (Philippians 3:8). His focus was clear: to forget what was behind and press on. That’s not simple. The past can pull us back with shame or nostalgia. The world offers shortcuts and detours. But God calls us forward with grace, guidance, and a divine dream.
What dream has God put in your heart? Maybe it’s a calling to serve, to heal, to create, or to lead. That dream isn’t built overnight, and it won’t be fulfilled by following the crowd. It grows through surrender, faith, and consistent effort. Hebrews 12:1 urges us to run our race with perseverance, “throwing off everything that hinders.” You can’t run freely while holding on to fear, regret, or the need for approval. Today, let go of lesser things and press toward the greater purpose God has for you. You weren’t made for distraction; you were made for destiny.
Lord, help me focus on the purpose You’ve set before me. Remove the distractions, doubts, and burdens of the past. Give me the courage to press on, trusting that what lies ahead in You is greater than anything behind. In Jesus’ name, Amen.