Pentecost Season · Proper 22 · Year A
Philippians 3:4b-14
No Confidence in the Flesh
October 4, 2026
Overview & Insights
“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:14)
First Conclusion: Call to Rejoice “With this communication about Epaphroditus now the epistle seems to be at an end” (Ewald, ad loc.). If so, nothing remains but a final word of greeting. The reader is therefore prepared for Finally.
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Commentary
Working Preacher: Philippians 3:4b-14 Working Preacher
Luther Seminary exegesis on Paul redefining true gain around knowing Christ.
CEP: Philippians 3:4b-14 Center for Excellence in Preaching
Reformed preaching commentary on righteousness by grace and pressing on.
Enduring Word: Philippians 3 Enduring Word · David Guzik
David Guzik's verse-by-verse evangelical notes on the chapter.
Precept Austin: Philippians 3 Resources Precept Austin
Gathered verse-level commentary, word studies, and sermons on the chapter.
BibleHub: Philippians 3:4 Commentaries BibleHub
Aggregated classic commentaries on Paul's credentials counted as loss.
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The Church Fathers
Questions preachers ask
What does Paul count as loss?
Paul lists his impeccable credentials and then counts them all loss compared to knowing Christ (Philippians 3:4b–8). Righteousness comes not from the law but through faith, so he presses on toward the goal.
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