Philippians 3:10
For my determined purpose is that I may know Him, that I may progressively become more deeply and intimately acquainted with Him, perceiving/recognizing/ understanding the wonders of His Person more strongly and clearly.
Eugene Peterson, as quoted in Beth Moore, Stepping Up: A Journey Through the Psalms of Ascent
"Having arrived at the place of worship, will we now sit around and tell stories about the trip? Having gotten to the big city, will we spend our time here as tourists, visiting the bazaars, window shopping and trading? Having gotten Jerusalem checked off our list of things to do, will we immediately begin looking for another challenge, another holy place to visit? Will the temple be a place to socialize, receive congratulations from others on our achievement, a place to share gossip and trade stories, a place to make business contacts that will improve our prospects back home? But that is not why you made the trip: Bless God. You are here because God blessed you. Now you bless God" (164-165).
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