Paul’s attitude to life is one that we can copy. Realising that he is imperfect, Paul forgets what lies behind and strains forward to what lies ahead. He writes “I press on toward the goal for the prize”, and encourages us to do the same, “Brothers, join in imitating me, and keep your eyes on those who walk according to the example you have in us”. Part of following the example of Paul and Christ, is helping others to do the same.
“Our citizenship is in heaven”. This is where we must focus our lives, ignoring the distracting pleasures the world offers us for only a season, knowing that “the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus”.