The Daily Fountain Devotional of the Church Of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) 17 September 2025: Living With Purpose
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TOPIC: Living With Purpose
Read: Philippians 3:17-21 (NKJV)
- Brethren, join in following my example, and note those who so walk, as you have us for a pattern.
- For many walk, of whom I have told you often, and now tell you even weeping, [that they are] the enemies of the cross of Christ:
- whose end [is] destruction, whose god [is their] belly, and [whose] glory [is] in their shame — who set their mind on earthly things.
- For our citizenship is in heaven, from which we also eagerly wait for the Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ,
- who will transform our lowly body that it may be conformed to His glorious body, according to the working by which He is able even to subdue all things to Himself.
THE MESSAGE:
Today’s passage is part of Paul’s letter to the Philippians, where he addresses concerns about unity, joy, and Christian living. In verses 15-16, he calls for the Philippians to follow his example and those living faithfully. In the same way, we are to follow the examples of Saints in their commitment and faithful living. We must intentionally live with the purpose of modeling our lives to follow the pattern of Jesus Christ. Verses 17-21 expand on this, contrasting those who follow Christ and those who live for earthly things. Apostle Paul presents a clear choice before the believers – either to live for this world or the Kingdom of Heaven. He further challenges all believers to examine their priorities and motivations. Our priorities determine who we are.
As heavenly citizens, our focus must be on the things of heaven. We must note that true fulfillment comes only from belonging to God’s eternal kingdom and living for that purpose alone. This doesn’t mean that we will neglect our earthly responsibilities but rather we find our ultimate meaning in Christ and live a balanced life, using all resources around us to fulfill the purpose of getting to heaven. We hope that though our bodies may be limited, we await a future transformation – becoming like Christ in glory. This provides comfort and hope, especially in difficult times.
PRAYER: Dear Lord, please grant me grace to love You and live for Your purpose only, Amen!
