THE TREASURE ABOVE ALL TREASURES Philippians 3:7–11 (NLT) 7 I once thought these things were valuable, but now I consider them worthless because of what Christ has done. 8 Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For his sake I have discarded everything else, counting it all as garbage, so that I could gain Christ 9 and become one with him. I no longer count on my own righteousness through obeying the law; rather, I become righteous through faith in Christ. For God’s way of making us right with himself depends on faith. 10 I want to know Christ and experience the mighty power that raised him from the dead. I want to suffer with him, sharing in his death, 11 so that one way or another I will experience the resurrection from the dead! Big Idea Only when you see Jesus for who he truly is will you see him as all you need. In Jesus you are rich with… A new . Philippians 3:7-8 (NLT) I once thought these things were valuable, but now I consider them worthless because of what Christ has done. 8 Yes, everything else is worthless when compared with the infinite value of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. A new . 9 … I no longer count on my own righteousness through obeying the law; rather, I become righteous through faith in Christ. For God’s way of making us right with himself depends on faith. A new . 10 I want to know Christ and experience the mighty power that raised him from the dead. I want to suffer with him, sharing in his death, 11 so that one way or another I will experience the resurrection from the dead! What now? Cheerfully give up your lesser riches because you’ve found something infinitely more valuable. Continuing The Conversation 1. What are some things our prevailing culture values more than Jesus? 2. Read Philippians 3:7-11. What stands out to you most about Paul’s change in perspective regarding his accomplishments and status? 3. For you personally, what are the most valuable “riches” in knowing Jesus?