Holy Bible. New Living Translation copyright © 1996, 2004 by Tyndale Charitable Trust.
Paul’s Life for Christ
20 For I fully expect and hope that I will never be ashamed, but that I will continue to be bold for Christ, as I have been in the past. And I trust that my life will bring honor to Christ, whether I live or die. 21 For to me, living means living for Christ, and dying is even better. 22 But if I live, I can do more fruitful work for Christ. So I really don’t know which is better. 23 I’m torn between two desires: I long to go and be with Christ, which would be far better for me. 24 But for your sakes, it is better that I continue to live.
25 Knowing this, I am convinced that I will remain alive so I can continue to help all of you grow and experience the joy of your faith. 26 And when I come to you again, you will have even more reason to take pride in Christ Jesus because of what he is doing through me.
What is the model for the Christian life?
- Never be ashamed of Christ
- Be bold for Christ
- Bring honor to Christ
- Live for Christ
- Do fruitful work for Christ
- Grow in your faith in Christ
- Experience joy in Christ
- Take pride in Christ (give Him the glory)
- Die anticipating being in the presence of Christ
In the Christian life, everything you do has Christ in focus.
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