07/13/2026
“As we come to an end in this three-part series, I wish to end with one of the richest doctrines of the Christian faith: union with Christ. For the believer, this union is not merely a theological concept to be studied but a living reality that transforms how we understand every aspect of our life and our death. When Paul writes, “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain” (Phil. 1:21), he is not speaking from a place of morbid fascination or death wish, but from a profound understanding of his union with Christ. How can death be gain? How can we, like Paul, desire “to depart and be with Christ, for that is very much better” (Phil. 1:23)? I believe the answer lies in grasping the doctrine of our union with Christ—a union so complete that not even death can sever it…”
– 6 min read Introduction As we come to an end in this three-part series, I wish to end with one of the richest doctrines of the Christian faith: union with Christ. For the believer, this uni