This document summarizes the key points from Philippians 2:1-18. It outlines three main areas for Christians to concentrate on: (1) love and unity, (2) the needs of others, and (3) Christ's example of humility and sacrifice. It then discusses how obedience to God is both demanded and made possible through His power. Finally, it notes that disciples should stand out from the world and hold out the word of life to others. The conclusion calls Christians to replace selfishness with Christlike selflessness through developing unselfish attitudes, actions, and speech.
This document summarizes the key points from Philippians 2:1-18. It outlines three main areas for Christians to concentrate on: (1) love and unity, (2) the needs of others, and (3) Christ's example of humility and sacrifice. It then discusses how obedience to God is both demanded and made possible through His power. Finally, it notes that disciples should stand out from the world and hold out the word of life to others. The conclusion calls Christians to replace selfishness with Christlike selflessness through developing unselfish attitudes, actions, and speech.
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This document summarizes the key points from Philippians 2:1-18. It outlines three main areas for Christians to concentrate on: (1) love and unity, (2) the needs of others, and (3) Christ's example of humility and sacrifice. It then discusses how obedience to God is both demanded and made possible through His power. Finally, it notes that disciples should stand out from the world and hold out the word of life to others. The conclusion calls Christians to replace selfishness with Christlike selflessness through developing unselfish attitudes, actions, and speech.
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B. Concentrate on the needs of others (verses 3-4). C. Concentrate on the example of Christ (verses 5-11). 1. He was humble. 2. He was sacrificed. 3. He was rewarded - see 1 ïeter 5:5-6. Introduction:
If you had to pick out what your top three sinful
tendencies are, what would your answer be? |
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A. Obedience is demanded (verse 12).
1. Even when no one is checking up on you. 2. It is u salvation - take responsibility. 3. Be sober -
. B. Obedience is possible through God (verse 13). 1. He creates righteous desires in us through his Word. 2. He provides the power to follow through by his Spirit |
A. Disciples are not
! (verses 14-15).
1. To stand out like we must be different than the world! B. Disciples are
! (We hold out the Word of life.) Conclusion:
1. Death to selfishness can only be achieved when we
replace it è ! 2. Selflessness can be defined as unselfish attitudes, actions and speech. 3. What do you most need to change in these areas? 4. Write out a plan, share it with a friend and then let's die to selfishness!