Aug. 31, 2025

In this sermon, Dominic Meng explores Philippians 3:7-10, emphasizing how God uses our brokenness to write His story. The message centers on three key reminders: praise (rejoicing in the Lord regardless of circumstances), spiritual awareness (recognizing that salvation comes through faith in Christ alone, not works), and goals (knowing Christ intimately through life's journey). He emphasized that our relationship with Jesus isn't just about future heavenly rewards but experiencing Him in the present.

Dom shared a personal testimony of how his own brokenness led to a deeper relationship with Christ, and reminds the congregation that discipleship is more than an experience—it's about transformation through Christ's presence. The sermon concludes with the Great Commission from Matthew 28:18-20, calling believers to make disciples while remembering that Christ is always with them.

Key Verses: Philippians 3:7-10; Ephesians 2:8-9; John 17:3; Matthew 28:18-20

Reflection Questions

How does remembering what Christ has done for you affect your daily life and attitude?

Dom mentioned that 'your brokenness is what God is using to write His story.' How have you seen God use difficult circumstances in your life for His purposes?

Paul counted his impressive religious credentials as 'rubbish' compared to knowing Christ. What things in your life might compete with your relationship with Jesus?

What's the difference between trying to earn God's favor through works versus living by faith in Christ?

The sermon emphasized that knowing Christ is the goal of our new life. What practical steps can we take to know Jesus more intimately?

How does the resurrection power of Christ (mentioned in Philippians 3:10) give you hope in your current circumstances?

Dom mentioned that discipleship is 'life on life' and not just an experience. How has someone discipled you in this way, or how might you disciple others?

Paul talks about 'forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead' (Phil 3:13). What might you need to leave behind to move forward in your faith journey?

Life Application

This week, take time each day to intentionally remember who God is and what He has done in your life. Create a simple journal or note on your phone where you record: 1) A characteristic of God you're thankful for, 2) A specific way you've seen Him work in your past, and 3) An area where you need to trust Him now. Then share one of these reflections with another believer to strengthen both your faith and theirs. Remember that your story, including your brokenness, is being used by God to write His larger story of redemption.

Key Takeaways

• God uses our brokenness to write His story - our difficulties and challenges become part of His redemptive work.
• Salvation comes through faith in Christ alone, not through our works or religious achievements.
• The goal of the Christian life is to know Christ intimately - not just intellectually, but through daily relationship.
• True discipleship is more than an experience; it's life-on-life transformation through Christ's presence.
• We are called to remember what God has done and is doing, so we don't forget His faithfulness in difficult times.