Philippians 3

Paul discusses with his readers the situations that truly benefit a person. The status one receives at birth, the medical procedures one undergoes, the scholastic training one receives, the job one possesses are all worthless in God's estimation. The true benefit comes from a relationship with Jesus Christ and having His righteousness granted through faith. Paul daily presses toward this goal, ever striving to become more and more like Christ through the assistance of the Holy Spirit. He encourages those in Philippi to follow his example.