Unlearn Some Things

“But whatever were gains to me I now consider loss for the sake of Christ. What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake.” – Philippians 3:7,8 Yesterday, we discussed the transition of Paul, a very religious man who underwent a significant transformation and became one of God’s most powerful vessels. He initially persecuted the saints but was later touched by an encounter with Jesus. The second significant change for Paul was that he decided to work on himself. He realized there were some things he needed to unlearn. Specifically, he felt he had to reevaluate his understanding of the Sabbath, the dietary laws, and the requirements for circumcision. We can all pray: “Lord, help me know what I need to unlearn.” It seems much easier to learn than to unlearn. Paul spent his life unlearning religious