The Main Goal

What is the main goal of a Christian? Is it to know Scripture backwards and forwards and have a brain full of knowledge of the Lord? Although this is a great thing and certainly will help in our walk, it can't be the main goal. Is it to be at the church building every time the doors are open, or to give the required tithe to the Lord? Well, being at the building when services and other great worship times are going on is very much an important aspect of our lives. And certainly we are to be obedient in giving financially. We must not be selfish with financial gifts.

But as 1 Corinthians 13 says, we can do all these things and just be clanging cymbals. Cymbals are great. They give accent to a piece of music, but if all you have is clanging cymbals, the song is void of rhythm and melody.

I submit that the main goal of a Christian is Christ Himself. Paul said in Philippians 3 to "press on toward the high calling of Christ." The highest call in a Christian's life is simply to know Jesus. Everyday making strides to know Jesus better. I challenge you and me this week to do just one thing everyday to know Jesus better.

Think about it!

Love you,

Phil