“And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross” (Philippians 2:8).
Christ emptied Himself, not of His deity, but He chose to become an obedient servant. I found some interesting statements concerning today’s verse in The NIV Study Bible He humbled Himself to do the will of His Father. The phrase “to death” can be described in the following statement: “It stresses both the totality and the climax of Jesus’ obedience. “on the cross” heightens Jesus’ humiliation; as someone cursed (Galatians 3:13). Crucifixion was the most degrading kind of execution that could be inflicted on a person.”
If we are going to follow His example, we must be willing to let go of self to do His will.
We sing “I Surrender All.” Do we mean it? Are we willing to follow and be His servant whatever the cost?
Sue Winchester
Missouri
PRAY TOGETHER: Pray for fall outreach events in Home Missions churches throughout North America.
