Paul shifts from the sublime example of Christ to our practical, individual responsibility. He gives us a command that can sound a little intimidating at first: "work out your own salvation with fear and trembling." We’re going to unpack exactly what this means in light of God's active work within us. It’s a vital reminder of the beautiful partnership between our effort and God's grace.

Philippians 2:12-13 English Standard Version (ESV):

"Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for His good pleasure."

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We're diving into Philippians 2:5-11, often referred to as the "Christ Hymn." This isn't just beautiful poetry; it's the theological bedrock for all Christian humility and service. It will profoundly shape our understanding of true leadership and divine love. This passage takes us from the depths of humility to the heights of exaltation, all through the person of Jesus Christ.

Philippians 2:5-11 in the English Standard Version (ESV):

"Have this mind among yourselves, which is in Christ Jesus, who, though He was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied Himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human form, He humbled Himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross. Therefore God has highly exalted Him and bestowed on Him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”

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In this episode, we discover Paul continues the thought of unity. As we dive into this passage he gives us the radical, counter-cultural key to achieving that unity. It's a challenging principle, but one that holds immense power to transform our relationships, our churches, and our communities. We're going to dive into Philippians 2:3-4, where we'll explore the pivotal distinction between living selfishly versus selflessly, and what it truly means to adopt the humble mindset of Christ.

Philippians 2:3-4 (ESV): Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others.

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Today, we're stepping into Philippians 2, and Paul immediately dives into a theme that is both beautiful and incredibly challenging for the church throughout history: unity in Christian love. He urges us to be "of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind." What does this profound call to oneness truly mean, and how can we practically pursue it in our relationships within the body of Christ?

Phil. 2:1-2 (ESV): So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.

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We're going to dive into Philippians 1:27-30, where Paul urges the Philippians, and us, to live in a way that is worthy of the gospel of Christ. This isn't just about what we believe, but how we live what we believe, especially when facing opposition. We'll unpack what it means to stand firm, to strive together, and not to be frightened by our opponents.

Philippians 1:27-30-English Standard Version (ESV):

"Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel, and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God. For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake, engaged in the same conflict that you saw I had and now hear that I still have."

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Join us as we unpack and apply Philippians 1:12-18 as we talk about the urgency of advancing the gospel and our personal responsibility in the grand mission.

Philippians 1:12-18 (ESV):

"I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel, so that it has become known throughout the whole imperial guard and to all the rest that my imprisonment is for Christ. And most of the brothers, having become confident in the Lord by my imprisonment, are much more bold to speak the word without fear. Some indeed preach Christ from envy and rivalry, but others from good will. The latter do it out of love, knowing that I am put here for the defense of the gospel. The former proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, but thinking to afflict me in my imprisonment. What then? Only that in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed, and in that I rejoice. Yes, and I will rejoice,"

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Join us as we unpack and apply Philippians 1:3-11 as we talk about how a thankful heart leads to thankful prayer.

Philippians 1:3-11 (ESV):

"I thank my God in all my remembrance of you, always in every prayer of mine for you all, making my prayer with joy, because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now. And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. It is right for me to feel this way about you all, because I hold you in my heart, for you are all partakers with me of grace, both in my imprisonment and in the defense and confirmation of the gospel. For God is my witness, how I yearn for you all with the affection of Christ Jesus. And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment, so that you may approve what is excellent, and so be pure and blameless for the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God."

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