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Summary of Philippians 2:4

Paul exhorts believers to attend to one another’s interests.

Questions for Philippians 2:4

12) It’s visible everywhere, truthfully. It’s all about feelings and doing what you need to do to take care of yourself, which is great, but it’s when people use that as an excuse to put themselves above others. Self-sufficiency is celebrated, too. Social media is all about yourself it seems. I think our culture has been moving away from relying on God for awhile, so they promote self-reliance instead. Being self-reliant is the antithesis of Jesus. We belong in community, not isolated.

13) Serving others shows the world that it’s not just about yourself, and Jesus showed us another way. It’s helped me to serve God and His will and not my own. I wish I had learned more about Jesus and His will for my life. It’s so hard when you are young and busy to put things into perspective. I wish I had put others first more often than not.

14) When Jesus is first, our slights fall away and we see people for who they really are. I strive to see people as Jesus sees them. I strive to respond with forgiveness and humility in every situation. Lord, let me see others as you see them and always strive to put the needs of others above my own. Let me always be humble and respond in such a way. Let me assume the good in people before jumping to conclusions.

Conclusions to WordGo Philippians: Joy in Christ, Philippians 2:4

By serving and doing God’s work in our lives, we can be Christ-like.

Our greatest goal is to know Jesus; once we know Jesus, we’ll know ourselves and our calling.

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Summary of Philippians 2:3

Paul calls for humility as the key to enjoying unity.

Questions for Philippians 2:3

9) Selfish ambition or vain conceit, as well as valuing others above yourself. Selfish ambition is a drive for personal success that is only motivated by personal gain, recognition, and self-interest, and it often hurts others and breaks rules and values. Vain conceit is where you believe you are the best, you are more important than others, and you do it all. It’s a type of pride, which is valuing others above yourself.

10) Most relationships suffer because of selfishness. I personally would like to be less selfish and more giving.

11) Humility is being humble, putting others first, and not thinking you are the best. You recognize your limitations, and you value others. Humility is what Christ possessed, and if we are to be like-minded with Christ, we are to do what he did. Also, being humble is just plain healthier for your health and the health of your relationships. Humility is hard to be because you have to fight your inner and fallen nature that says that you do it all, you rely on no one (including God), and you’re the best. It’s hard not to do what you want to do and to do what others want to do.

Conclusions to WordGo Philippians: Joy in Christ, Philippians 2:2

Vanity is empty, so if vanity is involved, it’s pointless.

When we put others above ourselves, we show and reflect Christ.

We can do this since with Christ, all things are possible. Use God’s strength when facing our sinful nature.

By being humble, we take Christ with us wherever we go!

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Summary of Philippians 2:2

Paul relates his joy to believers’ like-mindedness.

Questions for Philippians 2:2

6) “Then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind” as is Christ. We often hear of joy in the moments, in circumstances, in achievements, in “things,” rather than in Christ.

7) Deep relationships. Authentic relationships. Christ-centered relationships. Thank you, Lord for the wonderful Christ-centered relationships I share with others.

8 ) Humility. I want to give Christ the credit for everything in my life

Conclusions to WordGo Philippians: Joy in Christ, Philippians 2:2

We are like-minded with Christ when we believe who he is: our Lord and Savior.

Everything is possible with Jesus!

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Summary of Philippians 2:1

Paul appeals to the benefits of Christian unity.

Questions for Philippians 2:1

3) They are encouraged in Christ, comforted by His love, sharing in the Spirit, tenderness and compassion.  Those who function without Christ rely on themselves, others, material objects, false gods, and more for their needs and happiness, rather, than God.

4) It is difficult to practice unity in Christ because we are fallen human, selfish and prideful and out for ourselves. We are not humble or self-sacrificing. Our unity with Christ is worth fighting for because it brings us closer to Christ. We become more Christ-like and able to do His purpose in our lives when we do so.

5) Yes. It is difficult to follow Christ and not to be selfish and let sin take over. And, I am not perfect, and I fail often. Still, I try and I feel like more often than not, I do succeed. I believe this all I can do on this side of heaven.

Conclusions to WordGo Philippians: Joy in Christ, Philippians 2:1

When we are more Christ-like, we are unified more with believers.

With Christ there is hope everywhere!

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