Embracing His Likeness | Pastor Steve Wilburn | Philippians 2:1-8 | Core Church LA
Takeaways:
– United in Spirit (Phil 2:1-2): We are called to fellowship, encouragement, and unity with one another. This means coming alongside fellow believers with compassion, affection, and consolation – especially during their difficult seasons. Division has no place among us; instead, we must be of the same mind, maintaining the same love, and focused on one purpose: advancing the Gospel.
– United in Grace (Phil 2:3-4): True Christian service flows from humility, not selfish ambition. We are to regard others as more important than ourselves and look out for their interests, not just our own. This means serving without expecting recognition, rewards, or thanks – doing everything as unto the Lord, knowing that our Father who sees in secret will reward us.
– United in Attitude (Phil 2:5-8): The ultimate example is Jesus Himself, who emptied Himself and took the form of a bond-servant. As Christians, we are called to have this same attitude – willingly becoming servants by our own free will and desire. This is what it means to be a bond-servant of Christ: serving sacrificially, dying to ourselves, and following Him obediently, even when it costs us everything.
Remember, the name “Christian” means “Christ-like” or “little Christ.” Our calling is not to embrace the filtered, perfected image that culture demands, but to embrace His likeness – characterized by humility, service, and sacrificial love. Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due time we shall reap if we do not lose heart.
May you walk in the unity of the Spirit this week, serving others with the same heart that Christ demonstrated for us.
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