Philippians 2:5-8

The example, vv. 6-8

• The pre-incarnate Jesus, v. 6a

o His eternal existence

o Had an equal nature with the Father

o He is distinct from the Father

 The issue is glory

 He gave up glory for suffering

 “Form”—outer expression of inner nature (reality)

7 Statements Concerning Jesus Leaving the Place of Glory, vv. 6b-8

1. Thought it not robbery to be equal with God

o He gave up the prerogatives of deity

2. But made Himself of no reputation

o Emptied Himself

o “Kenotic”—to empty—of what? (the next 5 things answer this):

3. Took upon Him the form of a servant

4. Was made in the likeness of men

5. Being found in fashion as a man

6. He humbled Himself

o Submission (see Hebrews 10:7)

7. Became obedient unto death even the death of the cross

Don’t focus on the “emptying”—the lesson is to consider/emulate this attitude (v. 5)