THE TROPHY — “THE CHASE: WHAT ARE YOU SCOUTING FOR?” | 1 Corinthians 9:24–27 Every one of us is chasing something. A dream. A goal. A feeling. A trophy we believe will finally make us whole. But what happens when the prize you’ve spent your life pursuing… doesn’t deliver? In this message, we explore Paul’s powerful challenge in 1 Corinthians 9:24–27, where he reminds us that the world offers corruptible crowns—trophies that shine for a moment but fade just as quickly. Many people spend years chasing success, money, approval, comfort, or achievement, only to discover regret, emptiness, and disappointment on the other side.
This sermon asks a crucial question: What are you scouting for?
We’ll walk through Scripture to uncover:
- Why every family is scouting for something
- How the wrong trophy never satisfies—even when you catch it
- Why the right chase requires purpose, discipline, and spiritual focus
- How self‑control and spiritual toughness protect your soul and your home
- What it means to pursue the incorruptible crown Christ offers
With passages from Matthew 16, Ecclesiastes 2, Colossians 3, Philippians 3, Hebrews 12, and more, this message calls us to examine our pursuits and realign our hearts toward what truly lasts. If you chase the world, you risk losing your soul—and even your family. If you chase Christ, you gain both. Join us as we answer the question that shapes every home, every heart, and every life:
