Equality and Entitlement

Philippians 2

Humility and selflessness

• Contrast modern cultural notions of equality and entitlement with Christian virtues

Philippians 2:3-4

• Do nothing from selfishness or empty conceit
• Regard others as more important than yourselves
• Look out for the interests of others

Philippians 2:5-8: The Example of Christ

• Christ's humility and self-emptying
• Though He was entitled to equality with God, He did not cling to it
• He took the form of a servant and humbled Himself to the point of death on a cross

Philippians 2:17: Paul's Example

• Paul describes himself as being poured out as a drink offering
• Rejoices in the service and sacrifice for the faith of others

Philippians 2:19-21: The Example of Timothy

• Timothy's genuine concern for the welfare of others
• Contrast between Timothy’s selflessness and others’ self-interest

Philippians 2:25-30: The Example of Epaphroditus

• Epaphroditus's dedication and risk of life in service to Christ and the church
• Encouragement to honor and hold in high regard those who serve sacrificially

Conclusion

• Summarize the examples of Christ, Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus
• Emphasize the call to adopt distinctively Christian virtues of humility, self-emptying, and considering others as superior
• Final prayer for strength through the Holy Spirit to live out these virtues

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