PPT-Philippians 2:5-11

Philippians 25 11   Have this mind among yourselves which is yours in Christ Jesus 6  who though he was in the form of God did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped . Philippians 2:1 - 11 Philippians 2:1 - 2 Philippians 2:3 - 4 4 Characteristics in Jesus actions that we are called to duplicate for others! 1) Have the “disposition” found in Jesus 2) Se Key Principle. : Your attitude toward one another should be the same as that of Christ Jesus, (Phil 2:5). Being the people God intends you to be (Philippians 2:12- 30). How can I do that ? I’m not Jesus, I’m only human. Philippians 1:1-2: . “Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” . A. Can so many “churches” that are organized differently, teach and worship differently . really be . pleasing in the sight of God. ?. A logical approach. B. Can . so much confusion be pleasing in the sight of God? . Let Your Conduct be Worthy of Christ. 1:3-4:20 – The Message of the Letter. 1:12-4:9 – Have conduct worthy of Christ. 1:12-26 – The blessings of prison and life. 1:27-4:9 – Have conduct worthy of Christ. I. Loving . Jesus. Loving . Jesus. – Matthew 22:37 – “Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind.”. Putting Him . first. – Matthew 6:33 – “But seek ye first the kingdom of God”. A Study of the Letters Paul Wrote While Imprisoned in Rome. Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, & Philemon. Themes of Philippians. Major Theme: Joy in the Lord.. “Joy” found five times. “Rejoice” found eleven.. SUFFERING. . The. Preciousness OF . Suffering. SUFFERING. . The. . Preciousness OF . Suffering. . The. . Propagation ABOUT . Suffering. . Philippians 4:4 . Rejoice in the Lord . alway. : . and. PHILIPPIANS 2. Love in Action. God is love . 1 John 4:8. If we don’t love, then we don’t know God . Since God loved us, the right response is to . love others . (not just God) . v.11. God . showed . Philippians 2.12-16. We work out what God has worked in . (v12-13. ). Work out what God has worked in. Philippians 2.12-16. We work out what God has worked in . (v12-13). …. we work out . obediently. 6 . Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. . 7 . And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus….  . I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it.. 11 . I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. . 12 . Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, . 13 . for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure. The Christ Hymn. Covers the entire story of Jesus Christ. From leaving heaven. Becoming a man. Being obedient even to death on a cross. Returning to the Father. Being given the highest place of honor.