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My Life is Rubbish!

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    Introduction We are familiar with the story of the Rich Young Ruler; the man who came to Jesus wanting to do more to obtain everlasting life. However, when he learned what he had to do (give up his wealth), he chose not to do so. At one point, the apostle Paul had it all, but unlike him, he gave it up as rubbish. This article will focus on his statement in Philippians and what we can learn from it.   Paul’s Boast In his letter to the church in Philippi, Paul talked about all that he had as some, like those in Corinth (2 Cor. 11:18). Here’s what he said, though I also might have confidence in the flesh. If anyone else thinks he may have confidence in the flesh, I more so: circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of the Hebrews; concerning the law, a Pharisee; concerning zeal, persecuting the church; concerning the righteousness which is in the law, blameless (Philippians 3:4-6). But he wasn’t boasting or brag...