Message Notes
Look Back
In what ways did your life reflect “ Live is Christ die is gain”? What does that look like lived out through you today?
Connect
Who are some of the closest people you have had in your life the longest? What has sustained that relationship over the years?
Look Up
Read Philippians 2:1-4
- Paul starts this chapter by reminding his readers of their relationship with Christ. What aspects of this relationship does he mention and why?
- Why is Paul concerned for his readers to “make my joy complete”? What does this say about Paul and his relationship with the believers in Philippi?
- Why does Paul focus more on our attitude than our actions? How easily does your attitude influence your actions?
- To what extent does today’s world encourage people to have the attitudes Paul describes? Why is this and what can be done about it?
Read Philippians 2:5-11
- In these verses, Paul changes the focus away from ourselves and to Jesus Christ - why do you think that is?
- Which of these actions of Christ is most meaningful to you? Why does it have special significance or value to you?
- In what ways should Phil 2 help us navigate our personal relationships? Is the Spirit revealing something specific for you personally Why do you think Paul specifically mentions that “every knee will bow” and that “every tongue will confess” that Jesus Christ is Lord? What does this mean for you personally and for your ONE?
Overall (Discovery Bible Study)
- What do these scriptures say about God?
- What do they say about people?
- How will I apply this to my life?
Look Ahead
Navigating challenging relationships is a way of life. We are all selfish and generally aren't that quick to put others before ourselves. Yet the King of Kings, Lord of Lords humbled Himself to the point of dying for us. Setting that model, who are we to think more of ourselves. What's one relationship in your life that needs repaired? Who do you need to pursue in humility in order to seek unity? saltychurch
Notes
We will always be growing in how we treat others. Interpersonal relationships can be a challenge to navigate. Often times we don't always treat others in the way Jesus treated us, we don't always see others the way God sees us , as created in His image. When we have a right view of truly our standing in light of all that Jesus did , it changes how we see ourselves and others. Just imagine how different our world would be if we all were able to live out Phil Leadership tip How are the relationship within the group? Our groups should be a training ground in how we apply these truths to our lives. If there were ever a place to be quick to seek understanding its there.
