Surprising Humility

Philippians 2

1. A call to Gospel-centered community—unity of mind, love, spirit, and purpose.
   “...make my joy complete by being of the same mind, maintaining the same love, united in spirit, intent on one purpose.“ ~ Philippians 2:2
   
   
2. The core of Gospel-centered community is assuming Christ‘s humble, selfless attitude of love.
   “Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus.“ ~ Philippians 2:5
   
   
3. Jesus is God. (Philippians 2:6; John 1:1-3)
   
   
4. Jesus deserves all our praise.
   
   
5. Be a star in our hopeless world.
   “...that 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,” - Philippians 2:15

Lights - the radiance of God: “And he carried me away in the Spirit to a mountain great and high, and showed me the holy city of Jerusalem coming down out of heaven from God, shining with the glory of God. Its radiance was like a most precious
jewel, like a jasper stone, clear as crystal.” ~ Revelation 21:10-12

Next Steps:

1. Write “missional community” on your bulletin tear-off.
2. Write the name of a family you will pray for and invite over for supper. 
3. Talk at the table: “How can I serve you better this week?”
4. Do I complain too much? If so, how can I change?
5. Connect with a Ministry.
6. Abide in God—Do one of the 7-day Bible reading plans on YouVersion bible App (links on website and Facebook).