Philippians 3:13

13. Count not myself Whatever estimate the Philippians may have put upon the apostle, or whatever may be ours of him, his estimate of himself was a very humble one. Perhaps to avoid misapprehension on the part of those whom he has (Philippians 2:3) rebuked for their self-conceit, he reiterates with greater plainness what he has already said, both as to what he has gained, and his striving for something higher.

One thing All else is secondary. Then arises before Paul’s mind the image of one running a race.