I want to know Christ and experience the mighty power that raised him from the dead. I want to suffer with him, sharing in his death, so that one way or another I will experience the resurrection from the dead! Philippians‬ ‭3‬:‭10‬-‭11


A town close to mine, proudly holds the distinction of being the hometown of a famous professional football player. I know a few of his mutual friends, and because of that I have learned a lot about his growing up years, his personal life, and his faith.

I know a lot about him as well from press releases, and watching him play football. So, in some ways, I could say I know him.

On the other hand, I have a friend that I have known for over 50 years. I know him personally. I know much of his life story and his life struggles and his passions. We have personally walked through life tragedies together.

In one sense of the word, I know both of these men. But in another sense, my friend of over 50 years is somebody I know much deeper.

The same as true for Jesus. Knowing Jesus, in all of his power is different than knowing about Jesus. Knowing about Jesus is an intellectual experience that is often times a one time experience.

We can read stories about him, we can hear sermons about him, we can read books about him. We can be impressed with his teaching and his lifestyle.

But really knowing Jesus on a personal is a process. A process over time, a process of deepening relationship, a process of yielding more to Christ and less to our own passions.

Seek to know Jesus on a personal level. Ask him to reveal himself to you through his word, his Holy Spirit, and his church.

The more you truly know Jesus, the more you will experience his power, his peace, and his forgiveness.