Introduction: The greatest example of someone who lived life passionately was Jesus. From the time He was twelve to the night before He was to die we find His passion to live for His Heavenly Father.
Then there was the apostle Paul in which we are given the opportunity, through the Word of God, to see his passion and perspective change in life.
The Definition of Passion
- A strong compelling affection that moves a person toward something or someone
- A fire within a person that can cause them to do great things
The Illustration of Passion (Philippians 3)
- Misguided Passions (Philippians 3:3-6) (1 Corinthians 2:2)
- Redirected Passions
Count (Philippians 3:7-9)
Conform (Philippians 3:10-11)
Continue
--maturing (Philippians 3:12) --forgetting (Philippians 3:13a)
--reaching (Philippians 3:13b) --progressing (Philippians 3:14) (1 Corinthians 9:24-25)
The Application of Passion
- Discover your Passion (Psalm 139)
Your Uniqueness (Psalm 139:13-15)
Your Current Situation (Psalm 139:16)
God's Glory (Psalm 139:23-24)
- Pursue your Passion (Romans 12:11; Galatians 6:4-5)
- Share your Passion (Matthew 28:19-20; Galalatians 6:6)
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Jan 21
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