Philippians 2:1-11 IF / Then IF you experience blessing in your with Jesus Christ… Philippians 2:1 Do I have any encouragement from being united with Christ? Ephesians 1:4–7 Do I have any comfort from Jesus’ love? Romans 8:38-39 Do I have any fellowship with the Spirit? Ephesians 1:13-14 Do I have any tenderness and compassion in my unity with Jesus? Matthew 9:36 Paul is saying IF these things are true of you; THEN be united with each ! Philippians 2:2 John 13:34-35 The love and unity that we need to show each other, is to be Jesus. Choose others-centered over self-centered . Philippians 2:3-4 Take on the of Jesus. Philippians 2:5 Jesus gave up His glory and to serve. Philippians 2:5-7 Jesus Himself for others. Philippians 2:8 Hebrews 2:18 Luke 22:42 Hebrews 2:14 How does this look practically? Romans 12:10-18 Acts 2:42-47 Jesus humbled Himself and trusted the Father to Him. Philippians 2:9-11 1 Peter 5:6