In Philippians 3:1-9, Paul sees Christ as worth immeasurably more than anything else in this world. It's an incredible challenge for us, and at the same time liberating.
Jesus gives us new birth in baptism. As people who have been transferred from the dominion of darkness to his marvellous light, we're called to shine his light in this world.
And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.2 Cor
St George's is the Light on the Hill. We seek to draw people to the Light of Christ by offering a warm welcome.
Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ – in good times and bad, together, “working out” our salvation without grumbling – so that we can shine for Jesus.
For to me to live is Christ and to die is gain.
A key theme for Paul in his letter to the church in Philippi is koinonia, which we translate as sharing, participation, communion. Through the good news of Jesus we share in Christ, in the Holy Spirit and so also each other in the church.