The Challenge of Humility in Christian Living
Embracing humility can be challenging, especially in a society that glorifies perfection and self-centeredness. Through passages from Philippians and reflections on joyful Christian living, we are reminded of the importance of humility, selflessness, and focusing on the well-being of others. These teachings encourage believers to overcome adversity, share the Gospel, and experience true joy by following the example of Christ.
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Oh Lord it's hard to be humble When you're perfect in every way I can't wait to look in the mirror Cause I get better looking each day
8th Grade Education (S2) Age 11 taught Sunday School Age 16: 500 sermons/year Lead Pastor Moody Church in Chicago Honorary doctorate from Wheaton College and Bob Jones University Harry Ironside 1876 - 1951
Humility is Difficult
PHILIPPIANS 1. Joy of Christian fellowship 2. Outward evidences of humility 3. Your focus is Christ 4. Secret of God s peace Barry Huddleston, The Acrostic Bible
1. Joy of Christian fellowship 2. Outward evidences of humility 3. Your focus is Christ 4. Secret of God s peace
How can you Experience Joyful Christian Living?
By reading and growing in God s word, believers can overcome adversity from sharing the Gospel and experience Joyful Christian Living Philippians Chapter 1
1. Joy of Christian fellowship 2. Outward evidences of humility 3. Your focus is Christ 4. Secret of God s peace
1 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy,2complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.3Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves.4Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others Phil 2:1-4
Complete my Joy Why we need humility Phil 2:1-4
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1 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Phil 2:1-4
1 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Why we need humility Phil 2:1-4
1 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Why we need humility 3Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. 4Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others Phil 2:1-4
1 If any encouragement in Christ, If any comfort from (his) love, If any participation in the Spirit, If any affection and sympathy, Four clauses recall the blessings of being in a Christian community Phil 2:1-4
1 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2complete my joy by being of the same mind, by having the same love, by being in full accord and of one mind. why what Phil 2:1-4
1 So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, 2complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. having one purpose (NASB, NLT) - "think, form opinion, set one's mind on 1:7; 2:2a, 2b, 5; 3:15a, 15b, 16, 19; 4:2, 10a, 10b what Phil 2:1-4
3Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves. how 4Let each of you look not only to his own interests, but also to the interests of others Phil 2:1-4
Invisible Hand Principle Laissez-faire Western world view each of you look not only to his own interests,
You should have the same attitude toward one another that Christ Jesus had (NET) 5Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus,
Jesus example of humility challenges Christians to live a life of unselfishness and unity. Philippians Chapter 2
You should have the same attitude toward one another that Christ Jesus had (NET) 5Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, 6who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 8And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.
4.2 Jesus Christ Jesus Christ is the unique Son of God who is at the same time very God and very man. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary, lived a sinless life but suffered and died in the place of sinful man, was buried, resurrected, ascended bodily into heaven, and will return one day in power and authority to earth to establish His earthly kingdom (John 1:1-14; 14:1-3; Philippians 2:5-11; Revelation 5:10; 19:11 20:6). www.cicfamily.com
You should have the same attitude toward one another that Christ Jesus had (NET) 5Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, 6who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, 7but emptied himself, by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 8And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.
9Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, 10so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11andevery tongue confess that Jesus Christ isLord, to the glory of God the Father. Jesus Emptied Humbled God Exalted Bestowed result Knee Bow Tongue Confess
9Therefore God has highly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, 10so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11andevery tongue confess that Jesus Christ isLord, to the glory of God the Father. Why humble ourselves?
12Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, Phil 1:27 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent,
12Therefore, 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
4.7 Salvation Salvation is Gods act of forgiving sin based on the shed blood of Christ, reconciling people to Him, and giving eternal life to those who believe in Jesus. To be saved from the power and eternal penalty of sin, a person must admit that he/she is a sinner, repent and believe that Jesus died and rose again, and receive the Lord Jesus Christ personally as the only Savior. As a result, that person receives a new nature and becomes a true born-again Christian. Salvation is not a reward for good works but a free gift of God received by faith in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:1-10; John 3:3-8; 1 John 5:11-13). www.cicfamily.com
12Therefore, 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, 13for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure. Phil 1:6 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.
14Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, World God s Children Blameless and innocent Count others more significant Also look after interest of others Crooked and twisted Selfish ambition & conceit Look after own interests
14Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, Matt 5:14-16 14 You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.15Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house.16In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.
14Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, 16holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud Phil 1:6 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.
14Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, 16holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain. 17Even if I am to bepoured out as a drink offering uponthe sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all. 18Likewise you also should be glad and rejoice with me. Phil 1:21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
Jesus example of humility challenges Christians to live a life of unselfishness and unity. Philippians Chapter 2
