Read Philippians 2:5-11. If the way up is the way down, how have you seen that at work in your life?
How are you preparing for Easter and our Easter offering to help families in need at La Mesa Dale Elementary School?
Read Philippians 2:7-8. The word death means Jesus would rather die than live without us. His love is that great for us.
As you ponder the cross today, Good Friday, and prepare for worship at our Tre Ore and Tenebrae services, where is God leading you to pray this day?
What sins do you need to lay at the foot of the cross and hear Him say, "Father, forgive them?"
Read Philippians 2:7-8. The words humbler/humble/humbled mean I am lifting God and God's desires above all else.
A great definition of humble reminds us that humility is not putting one's self down but lifting God up.
Looking at your life this day and how He has blessed you, what leads you to lift His name in praise?
How did Jesus' sacrifice on the cross lift up Godís name for praise?
Read Philippians 2:7-8. The word slave -- the very nature of a servant -- means Jesus gave up the privilege of divinity for the opportunity to "slave."
In the New Testament, the Greek word, doulos, is translated slave or servant; it means slave.
If we have the same attitude as Jesus, and that means slave, then God is our master.
Servants have a choice of saying "no," slaves do not. Where are you saying "no" to God that you need to say "yes?"
Read Philippians 2:7-8. The words 'emptied' & 'made' himself nothing reminds us that Jesus gave up privilege and personal gain for people like you and me.
Jesus gave His all, His life for you.
How do you respond to that truth?
When people ask what Jesus means to you, how might these verses fit into your response?
Read Philippians 2:5-11. From a theological point of view, this is a key part of Philippians for Paul here gives a glimpse into the nature of Jesus Christ. Some see these verses as an early Christian hymn.
As you read these verses, what sticks out in your mind about Jesus?
What does that bring to your perspective of Jesus at work in your life today?