Theory question 107
HumilitySection C (Themes from Selected Epistles)
Describe Paul's teaching on humility as contained in his letter to the Philippians. Indicate two ways by which a Christian can manifest a life of humility.
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Complete Paul's joy by being of one mind and one love (Philippians 2:1-2).
Do nothing from selfishness or conceit, but in humility count others better than yourselves (Philippians 2:3).
Look not only to your own interests but also to the interests of others (Philippians 2:4).
Have the mind of Christ Jesus (Philippians 2:5).
Though in the form of God, He did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped (Philippians 2:6).
He emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, born in human likeness (Philippians 2:7).
He humbled Himself and became obedient unto death, even death on a cross (Philippians 2:8).
Therefore God highly exalted Him and gave Him the name above every name, that every knee should bow and every tongue confess Jesus is Lord (Philippians 2:9-11).
Ways to manifest (any two): serving others willingly; respecting others regardless of status; not boasting; accepting correction; putting others' needs first; obedience to God and to authority.
Explain Philippians 2:1-11, then two practical ways.