Devotional messages on the book of Philippians sorted by verse
The Mind of Christ
It all starts in the mind. The Son of God was fully equal to God, sharing His likeness and essential nature. As Son, He could command the angels, rule the universe, direct the affairs of men, and enjoy the full... continued »
Self-emptying
The Son of God “emptied Himself” – what does that mean? He did not empty Himself of His deity, for “in Him dwells all the fullness of the Godhead bodily” (Colossians 2:9). Nor did He lose all of His glory,... continued »
God’s Slave
Though He could have continued to exercise dominion in heaven with His Father, the Son of God chose to become a servant on earth among men. Jesus Himself said, “Whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant,... continued »
Humble Obedience
Jesus had commended humility, saying, “Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and whoever humbles himself will be exalted” (Matthew 23:12). As always, He followed His own teaching, so that He could say, “I am gentle and lowly [humble] in heart”... continued »
Even the Cross
When the Son of God humbled Himself, He descended from the heights of glory to the depths of derision. Invented by the Etruscans and taken over by the cruel Romans, crucifixion was the most dreaded of all punishments in the... continued »
Knowing Jesus
Knowing Jesus, likewise, means “walking” with him, “watching” him, and entering into his life with our hearts as well as with our minds. continued »