Lesson 221: Philippians 2:5

Philippians 2 addresses rivalry and self-interest in the church. PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More introduces the Christ hymn, calling for humility modeled on Jesus' incarnation and obedient death.

After urging unity and humble regard for others above yourselves, PaulAlso known as the Apostle Paul or Saul of Tarsus, he is the most influential missionary and writer of the New Testament. Originally a Pharisee who persecuted Christians, Paul experienced a dramatic encounter with the risen Jesus and became a devoted messenger of the gospel. He traveled widely, planted churches across the Roman world, and wrote letters that form a... More commands the Christ-like mindset that the following verses describe in Jesus' self-emptying and exaltation.