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The GospelsActs of the ApostlesPaul’s LettersOther LettersRevelation
A Walkthru’ of the New TestamentLesson 12: Philippians – The Mind of Christ
GOD REVEALED
Romans – Life Transformation Journey 1 Corinthians - Heaven’s Gold 2 Corinthians – Jars of Clay Galatians – No longer I Ephesians - Pushing Limits Philippians - The Mind of Christ Colossians – Complete Maturity in Christ 1 Thessalonians – Cascading Hope 2 Thessalonians – Confident Hope 1 Timothy - Fighting Fit 2 Timothy – Fearless Faithfulness Titus – Double Grip Philemon – The Avatar
Paul’s Letters
IntroductionThe Mind of Christ
◦Humble◦Focussed◦Harmonious◦Joyful◦Peaceful
Discussion
Presentation Overview
Paul wrote Philippians about 62 A.D. as he anticipated his release from prison. It was written to: Express his love to the Philippians. Appreciate the Philippians for their
continued help and financial support Encourage their growth. [1]
Introduction
5 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus:6 Who, in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage;7 rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness.- Ch 1
The Mind of Christ
8 And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death— even death on a cross!Ch 2
Humble MindObedience
10 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, 11 and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead. Ch 3
Humble MindWillingness to Suffer
29 For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him. Ch 1
Humble MindWillingness to Suffer
Mind of Christ – Focused MindPress on towards goal
Hold on to the word
Count all as loss
Work to will
Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus. Ch 3
Focused MindPress on towards goal
14 Do everything without grumbling or arguing, 15 so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.”[c] Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky 16 as you hold firmly to the word of life. And then I will be able to boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain. 2
Focused MindHold on to the Word
8 What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ - Ch 3
Focused MindCount all as loss
12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose. Ch 2
When we work untiringly for HimGod gives us the will, and desire to fulfil his purpose
Focused mindWork to will
2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. Ch 1
Harmonious MindLike mindedness
27 Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit,
striving together as one for the faith of the gospel Ch 1
Harmonious MindLike mindedness
18 I have received full payment and have more than enough. I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God. 19 And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.. Ch 4
Harmonious MindGenerous
14 And because of my chains, most of the brothers and sisters have become confident in the Lord and dare all the more to proclaim the gospel without fear. Ch 1
Joyful MindPositive in Adversity
12 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Ch 4.
Vs. 13 is often stated on its own without vs 12. How differently does v 13 read with and without the context of vs. 12?
Joyful MindContent in all situations
13 I can do all this through him who gives me strength. Ch 4.
The verse talks more about strength to endure vis-à-vis strength to achieve.
Joyful MindStrength to Endure
5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Ch 4
Peaceful MindGentleness
5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Ch 4
Peaceful MindStress free
5 Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Ch 4
Peaceful MindPrayerful
8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. 4
Peaceful MindBeautiful Thoughts
The Mind of Christ - Recap
Humble mind• Obedience• Willingness to
suffer
Focused mind• Press on
towards goal• Hold on to the
word• Count all as loss• Work to will
Harmonious mind• Like
mindedness• Worthy of
gospel• Generous to
need
Joyful mind• Positive in
adversity• Content in all
situations • Strength to
endure
Peaceful mind• Gentle• Stress free• Prayerful• Beautiful
thoughts• God of Peace
What aspect of the mind of Christ do you feel you most need to work on – humble, focused harmonious, joyful, peaceful? Why?
Share examples of how you have worked for God and God has increased your desire to fulfil His purpose – and vice versa.
How do you think gentleness and peace are connected?
What steps do we need to take to truly experience joy and peace in all situations? What challenges do we face and how do we overcome them?
The Mind of ChristDiscussion