Phili 3:8 | MHM | STEP | v. 8 : Paul emphasizes this point, saying, I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord (Philippians 3:8 ). For Paul, knowing Christ is far more valuable than anything else. He even calls his former gains “dung” (worthless garbage) compared to Christ. Paul gave up everything—his status, reputation, and comfort—to follow Jesus, but he considered it a small price for the privilege of knowing Him (Isaiah 53:11 ).

‏ Philippians 3:8

v. 8: Paul emphasizes this point, saying, I count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord (Philippians 3:8 ^a). For Paul, knowing Christ is far more valuable than anything else. He even calls his former gains “dung” (worthless garbage) compared to Christ. Paul gave up everything—his status, reputation, and comfort—to follow Jesus, but he considered it a small price for the privilege of knowing Him (Isaiah 53:11 ^b).