Philippians 3:13

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

وَأنَا لَا أعتَبِرُ، أيُّهَا الإخْوَةُ أنِّي قَدْ وَصَلْتُ بَعْدُ، لَكِنِّي أُصِرُّ عَلَى شَيءٍ وَاحِدٍ: أنْ أضَعَ المَاضِيَ وَرَائِي، وَأتَقَدَّمَ إلَى الأمَامِ.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from Philippians, the Apostle Paul is speaking to his fellow believers. He's saying that he doesn't consider himself perfect or fully accomplished yet in his faith journey. Instead, he focuses on moving forward and growing spiritually, rather than dwelling on past achievements.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're running a race. You've already run part of it, but Paul is saying don’t stop there; keep going! Forget about how far you’ve come and look ahead to what’s next in the race.

Historical Background

The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to the church at Philippi around 60-62 AD. This community was facing challenges as a minority group within Roman society, and Paul encourages them to focus on their ongoing spiritual journey rather than past accomplishments or struggles.

Living It Out Today

Consider a scenario where someone has achieved success in their career but feels stagnant. Paul’s message can inspire this person to set new goals and continue growing, instead of resting on past achievements.

Topics

• spiritual growth
• perseverance
• faith journey
• hope
• Christian living
• motivation

Related Verses

• Romans 12:2
• Hebrews 12:1-2
• Ephesians 4:13
• Colossians 1:9-10
• Jeremiah 29:11

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main message of Philippians 3:13?

The main message is about continuous spiritual growth. Paul urges believers to focus on future goals rather than past achievements.

What does it mean to 'forget those things which are behind'?

It means letting go of past regrets or accomplishments. This doesn't imply erasing memories but rather not allowing them to distract from present efforts towards spiritual goals.

How can churches apply this verse in their community programs?

Churches can use this verse to encourage ongoing learning and growth among members, promoting workshops or study groups focused on continuous spiritual development.