why we do it

I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 3:14

Christians live for so much more. Life isn’t about a lucrative career, or a comfortable house with a two-car garage, or a perfect family portrait, or Instagram influencer status. Christians live far beyond all that superficiality.

Christians have a bigger goal. It isn’t found in this current time frame. It extends beyond today, tomorrow, or even next year. We are looking to our Lord for the big picture and that extends the time frame for achievement into eternity. Christians live for an everlasting, eternal reward.

Christians prize something much more substantial. It doesn’t gather dust in a trophy case. It isn’t a certificate to take up wall space. It isn’t a recognition or human honor at all. And it beats all other recognitions, medals, or moments human beings might give to one another. Christians prize the “well done” of their Master.

Christians have a different viewpoint for success. It isn’t earthbound. It doesn’t look down at where we are or what our hands may have done. Instead, it always looks up, into the face of our Savior, longing to be with Him, waiting for His appearing, serving until we are with Him. Christians succeed only in and by the power of Christ, Who will reward us one day, judging our work, welcoming His faithful ones home, and sharing in the joy of the Lord!