Following the Example of Christ

Following the Example of Christ (Philippians 2:5-11)

1. Share the Mind of Christ
2. Seek the Humility of Christ
A. Jesus gave up the comfort of kingship.
B. Jesus became a servant for mankind.
C. Jesus lived in obedience to the Father.
3. Savor the Exaltation of Christ
A. Jesus’ exaltation was bestowed, not grasped.
B. Jesus' exaltation was to the glory of the Father.
Concluding Application
1. Show that you are in Christ by displaying the mind of Christ in relationship with one another.
2. Imitate Jesus by living the life of a humble servant.
3. Forsake self-exaltation, and rejoice in the exaltation of Christ.

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