Start Where You Are

Apr 27, 2025 • Adam Fears

Philippians 1:6; Philippians 3:12–14

Spiritual Growth is a Flow

•Stagnation comes from no outlet; burnout comes from no inlet.

•The Christian life is meant to grow, move, and deepen.

Grace Redirects, Not Condemns

•Philippians 1:6 – God began the work and will finish it.

•Grace meets us where we are and leads us forward.

Pressing On with Purpose

•Philippians 3:12–13 – We press on, not because we’ve arrived, but because we have a goal.

•A clear vision gives meaning to every step of the journey.

The Goal is Knowing Christ

•Philippians 3:14 – The prize is a deeper relationship with Christ.

•Our calling in Him should transform how we live.

God Desires Resolve, Not Perfection

•Maturity is a heart that desires to grow, not a perfect track record.

•Philippians 2:13 – God works in us to want and to do His will.

A Clear Warning

•Philippians 3:17–21 – Some live for earthly desires and miss the goal.

•True maturity sets its mind on Christ and eternity, not temporary pleasures.

The Call For us Today :

FORGET WHAT LIES BEHIND – and PRESS ON –

The grace that started this journey will see you through