20. How to Truly Know Christ

In Philippians the word “Knowing” takes on a new meaning. Paul uses the word to distinguish the collection of facts from intimate understanding. What Paul calls “knowing Christ” isn’t merely theology to be recited; it’s participation: sharing in his life, teachings, sufferings, and resurrection. When we put the gleam of résumé-building accomplishments beside the surpassing worth of this present, personal relationship with Jesus, the choice becomes clear: let go of what inflates pride so we can be shaped by his life.Become New is here to help you grow spiritually one day at a time.TEXT US at 855-888-0444EMAIL US at [email protected] OUR WEEKDAY EMAILS WITH EXTRA GOODIES at becomenew.com/subscribeGET A TEXT REMINDER FOR NEW VIDEOS: text BECOME to 855-888-0444SEND US PRAYER REQUESTS: via text or email; we'll send you a written prayer from our team😊 Join Our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1CnqywVp9s/🤳Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/become.new/Music in this episode: Starry Dream - Uptempo by A. Blomqvist MB01OKHAB5EAUXF00:00 — What does Paul mean by “knowing Christ”?00:25 — Why Paul calls his old resume garbage01:12 — What surpassing worth really means02:09 — Two ways of knowing explained: description vs. acquaintance03:19 — Popcorn, bacon, and knowledge by experience04:31 — What it means to know a person deeply05:8 — Why knowing God is more than facts06:04 — Dallas Willard on knowing Christ today07:29 — Jesus is present in our world now08:50 — What Jesus meant by eternal life in John 17:309:42 — How to invite Jesus into your daily life10:08 — A honeymoon story and the meaning of “to know”11:00 — Why knowing Christ is interactive engagement11:48 — How serving others becomes knowing Christ12:05 — The daily invitation: “God, let me know You”