Advance Together

UPWARD MOMENTUM!
Terry R. Baughman

“So let all who are fully mature have this same passion, and if anyone is not yet gripped by these desires, God will reveal it to them. And let us all advance together to reach this victory-prize, following one path with one passion” (Philippians 3:15-16 TPT).

Christ’s calling is communal and individual. While each must hear and respond to His invitation, “Come unto me,” His calling is also to unite in community with all His followers to fulfill the common commission, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature” (Mark 16:15 NKJ). His ultimate plan is universal, and is consistent with our organizational motto, the whole Gospel, to the whole world, by the whole church.  

The constant call is to come together for the common cause. Together we are challenged to move forward. United we can accomplish great things. In concert we can proclaim the world-changing, life-challenging message of redemption and revelation. 

Our singular message is Jesus Christ. From the cross of sacrifice to the crown of life, Jesus has prepared a plan of salvation and a path of passion. This is something to which we can devote our lives, and commit ourselves completely. 

Heaven may be our goal, but our passion must be more than selfish containment. The call heavenward is collective. We must be singularly focused, but passionately inclusive. What would heaven be if there were no one else with which to share it? 

Our momentum is inclusive. John F Kennedy popularized the phrase, “a rising tide lifts all boats.” Though he used it to illustrate economic opportunities, we may adapt it to a spiritual application. When we are drawn closer to God, may the spiritual wave spread across the horizon to affect all who are near. May the rain of revival produce an outpouring of grace that will cover the multitudes desperate for hope and restoration. 

Together we will advance the Kingdom, and united we will pursue His purpose. Let us strive as one to attain the victory-prize and together find that singular pathway on which we may travel with enduring passion. This is that upward momentum!


Theme passage:
“Let us all advance together to reach this victory-prize, following one path with one passion” (Philippians 3:16 TPT).