TOPIC: ATTITUDE OF THE ALTITUDE
Text: Philippians 2:1-11
2:1 Therefore if there is any [a]consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any affection and mercy,
2:2 fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.
2:3 Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself.
2:4 Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.
2:5 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus
2:6 who, being in the form of God, did not consider it [b]robbery to be equal with God,
2:7 but [c]made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming in the likeness of men.
2:8 And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.
2:9 And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to the point of death, even the death of the cross.
2:10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth
2:11 and that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
STUDY:
Today’s Bible text presents a striking contradiction: True greatness lies not in self-exaltation, but in humility. Paul urges believers to cultivate unity, love, and compassion (vv. 1-4). Christ’s selfless example is the standard (v. 5). In verses 6-8, Jesus’ humility is showcased: “He emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant… and humbled Himself to the point of death.” This astonishing act of humility took Jesus to the highest point of exaltation (vv. 9-11). God exalted Him, giving Him the name above all names. The “attitude of altitude” requires humility, recognising our limitations and dependence on God (v. 3).
It demands selflessness, considering others’ interests above our own (v. 4). Obedience to God’s will, regardless of the cost, is also essential (v. 8). As believers, we are called to reflect Christ’s attitude, embracing humility and selflessness (v. 5). This mind-set critically changes relationships, fostering unity and love within the body of Christ. By adopting the attitude of altitude, we reflect God’s character, demonstrate true greatness, and experience the transformative power of humility. In verses 10-11, Paul writes, “Every knee should bow… and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.” We ascend to this altitude by embracing first the transformative power of humility, and our lives proclaiming the majesty of Christ, who emptied Himself for our salvation.
Prayer:
Dear Lord, may my life be a reflection of Christ’s humility and selflessness in all I do. Amen.
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