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Bible verse
Philippians 3:14
“I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”
What it means
The Christian life leans forward. Rather than being trapped by past failures or resting on past wins, we press on toward what lies ahead. Paul kept his eyes fixed on the prize, the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. That goal is not a trophy we earn but a Person we are running to meet. Let go of what you cannot change and strain toward Him. Every step of faith draws you nearer to the One who called you and waits to welcome you fully into His joy.
Philippians 3:14 at a glance
| Reference | Philippians 3:14 |
|---|---|
| Book | Philippians |
| Chapter to read it in | Philippians 3 |
| Topic | gods plan |
| Passages linked to it | 10 |
| Translation on this page | King James Version (public domain) |
Read it in context
Scripture explains Scripture. These passages are linked to this one most often by readers.
- 1 Corinthians 9:24
- 1 Peter 5:10
- Revelation 3:21
- 2 Timothy 4:7-8
- Romans 8:28-30
- 1 Thessalonians 2:12
- 2 Peter 1:3
- Hebrews 3:1
- 1 Peter 1:3-4
- 1 Peter 1:13
Cross-reference data from OpenBible.info, used under CC BY.
Questions people ask
Where do I find Philippians 3:14?
It is in Philippians, in Philippians 3. Reading the whole chapter shows who is speaking, to whom, and why.
What other passages go with Philippians 3:14?
Readers most often set it beside 1 Corinthians 9:24, 1 Peter 5:10, Revelation 3:21, 2 Timothy 4:7-8. Each is listed under Read it in context.
How can I pray Philippians 3:14?
Read it slowly once, then say it back to God in your own words, one phrase at a time. Stop on the phrase that stays with you and stay there. You can also ask the family of God on The Living Bread to pray it with you.
Pray this
Father, you are already present in Philippians 3:14, before any of us arrive. We bring you Philippians 3:14, gods plan. Teach us to love one another, as you have loved us. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Live this
Three small things you can do this week.
- Read all of Philippians 3 today, not only the one verse.
- Write Philippians 3:14 where you will see it, and read it aloud at the start and end of the day.
- Tell one person what this verse means to you, and ask what verse has carried them.
Where this fits in the walk with Christ
Christ meets people in a place, and then walks on with them. Here are doors that walk on.
Read it, pray it, live it
On The Living Bread you can read the whole chapter, save this verse, ask Simon to explain it, pray it over your life, and share it with someone who needs it today.
