I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.Forgetting the things that are behind — Even that part of the race which is already run.And reaching forth unto — Literally, stretched out over the things that are before - Pursuing with the whole bent and vigour of my soul, perfect holiness and eternal glory.In Christ Jesus — The author and finisher of every good thing. read more
13. Count not myself Whatever estimate the Philippians may have put upon the apostle, or whatever may be ours of him, his estimate of himself was a very humble one. Perhaps to avoid misapprehension on the part of those whom he has (Philippians 2:3) rebuked for their self-conceit, he reiterates with greater plainness what he has already said, both as to what he has gained, and his striving for something higher. One thing All else is secondary. Then arises before Paul’s mind the image of one... read more
14. I press It is the same word with follow after in Philippians 3:12, and in both cases it sets forth the unceasing earnestness of the pursuit. The mark The goal, which is neither more nor less than absolute conformity to Christ. Time and space are excluded, yet from the nature of the case the close of life is the end of the race. The prize The object of the race is the incorruptible crown (1 Corinthians 9:25) which the apostle was called by Christ from heaven to run for and win. This... read more
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Wesley's Explanatory Notes - Philippians 3:13
Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before,I do not account myself to have apprehended this already; to be already possessed of perfect holiness. read more