I found myself really thinking about this the other day in the middle of
a worship service. What do I hold dear, that I previously wasn't willing
to give up, and now I do? Do I really count them as loss and wish to be
led the cross instead? What are these things that I am willing to surrender
just to be at the feet of my Savior, following him whether he gives me these things or not?
"Everything I once held dear, I count it all as loss..."
dance.
marriage.
acceptance.
reputation.
"perfect family" front.
image.
accomplishments.
friends.
blessings.
security.
prospect.
plans.
self-righteousness.
status.
"... lead me to the CROSS."
But whatever gain I had, I counted as loss for the sake of knowing
Christ. Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing
worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. Philippians 3:7-8
