Paul understands that the deepest need of our hearts is God—to know him accurately and follow him. This means that if we want to both be helped and truly help others, we will always be aiming for this. And since Jesus himself is our fullest picture of God, we will always be aiming for him. Somehow, as we grow in our knowledge and worship of Jesus, he encourages the good, rehabilitates the bad, and brings peace to a troubled heart. He is the source of all wisdom, love, and hope. Whether or not we say the actual name of Jesus to a needy friend, we always aim for Jesus.
