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(Read Philippians 2:18) I vividly remember weeping and rejoicing with a family. When they called to tell me about the death of their child, I wept on the phone and by their sides at the funeral. When they called to tell me about their pregnancy, I rejoiced on the phone and by their sides in
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(Read Philippians 2:17) Paul may have used the words “being poured out as a drink offering” (Philippians 2:7) to suggest his potential death because of his imprisonment. He likely used them in the present tense to describe his current suffering, which could have led to death. In 2 Corinthians 4:10, Paul said, “We always carry around in
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(Read Philippians 2:16) Have you ever run a marathon? I did. I once ran 26.2 miles to raise money for planting a church. I mapped out the race route on my computer, drove it, and ran sections in preparation for the marathon. I knew the path and pace I needed to run to finish strong. I knew where my
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(Read Philippians 2:15) Once while our family was camping at the lake, we heard about a significant and lengthy meteor shower happening that night. The news reporter said the meteor shower would be best viewed in a rural setting that night. We lay on the swim beach that clear starry night, attempting to count the
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(Read Philippians 2:14) As a kid, I remember a moment in a church business meeting that didn’t reflect the fruit of the Spirit. The decision to apply wallpaper or paint to a wall led to much arguing and complaining about several other things. The meeting did not end in prayer or greater unity but in
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(Read Philippians 2:13) Have you ever thought about how a motor works? I usually don’t – until it stops. Internal combustion produces external power. It propels a car to transport people from one place to another. When my car engine quit once, I got out and pushed it to the nearest gas station. I sat
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(Read Philippians 2:12) I remember the first time I went to church camp as a kid. My dad gave me a little speech before I left. He said, “While you’re there, remember, you represent God’s, our church’s, and the Harrison name.” He reminded me to act in a way that accurately represents those names. He expected me to continue
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(Read Philippians 2:9-11) True humility is based on and leads to glorifying God. Plain and simple. Thinking of yourself is hard when your mind is fixed on God and His will and glory. This was Jesus’ ultimate goal in the incarnation and crucifixion. Praise God Jesus came to save us! What a win for you and me!
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(Read Philippians 2:6-8) Many people have exemplified humility. Some point to the well-known like Mother Teresa. Others look to the overlooked like a mother who changes diapers, wipes noses, and cares for every need of their children without recognition. Ask someone to list the qualities of humility, and you’ll get a mixed bag of characteristics, such as
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(Read Philippians 2:5) I’ll never forget the day I surrendered my life to Christ. I was seven, and after a week of hearing the gospel at church camp, I listened to my pastor preach Sunday on John 3:16, and it was like a light bulb went off not just over my head but in my
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