Question:
Dr. Lindstrom, I realize the New Testament abounds with verses telling us that salvation in based on faith and not works, but can you explain Philippians 3:11,
Answer:
Paul is talking about rewards and not about salvation. He says, ‘I press toward the mark for the prize…’ The ‘prize’ being the reward earned by striving for the mark. To please the Lord as focus of our lives will bring about rewards.