Philippians 2:5-8 Servant-hearted and obedient

What is my attitude supposed to be? Am I to be someone who is always concerned about my status, my importance, and recognition for who I am?  No, God calls me to give up status to be servant-hearted and obedient to Him.
 
 

Philippians 2:5-8 (New Living Translation)

You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had. Though he was God, he did not think of equality with God as something to cling to. Instead, he gave up his divine privilegeshe took the humble position of a slavand was born as a human being. When he appeared in human form, he humbled himself in obedience to God and died a criminal’s death on a cross.

Here’s how it works: Read the verses and pray about them.  Is there a word or phrase the jumps out at you? Is there a picture that comes to mind? Do the verses remind you of something in your life? Draw a picture or write the words and let the Holy Spirit guide your thoughts.
Why study the Bible this way? If you take it into your mind and heart enough to translate it into a picture or word, it becomes part of you. If you add a sentence or two of explanation, you then engage another part of your brain which cements God’s words even firmer into your heart and mind.
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