Lesson 221: Philippians 2:5
Lesson 221: Philippians 2:5
Philippians 2:5
The Blueprint — The Verse
In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:
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The Context — The History
Philippians 2 addresses rivalry and self-interest in the church. Paul introduces the Christ hymn, calling for humility modeled on Jesus' incarnation and obedient death.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
After urging unity and humble regard for others above yourselves, Paul commands the Christ-like mindset that the following verses describe in Jesus' self-emptying and exaltation.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Philippians 2:4
each of you not just looking to his own things, but each of you also to the things of others.
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Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Philippians 2:4) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Philippians 2:6
who, existing in the form of God, didn’t consider equality with God a thing to be grasped,
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Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Philippians 2:6) to continue the passage.
Discussion
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Where do you need Christ's mindset in a relationship?
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What does putting others first cost you?
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How does the incarnation inspire your humility?