A Christ-Like Attitude
You must have the same attitude that Christ Jesus had.1
In the beginning of Philippians chapter 2, Paul encourages us to have a Christ-like attitude. In Philippians 2:1, Paul questions asking, “Is there any encouragement from belonging to Christ? Any comfort from his love? Any fellowship together in the Spirit? Are your hearts tender and compassionate?” In verse 2, he goes on to tell us to make him truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving each other, and working together having one purpose and one mind. He tells us to not be selfish and to not try to impress others but to instead, treat others as higher than ourselves showing humility. He tells us to not only look after our own interests, but to take the interests of others into consideration as well.
We have the perfect example set before us: Jesus. He was fully human, but fully God at the same time. Even though He was God, He did not think of Himself as equal with God the Father and instead, He gave up His divine privileges and power to take the place of a slave here on earth (Philippians 2:6-7). However, since He was also fully human, he went through sorrows and hardships. Life was difficult for Him just how it is difficult for everyone else, and despite this, He never once sinned, which is why He is the perfect example for us to follow. None of us are perfect, nor could we ever be perfect on our own. But because of God’s grace and great love for us, we can come boldly to Him and ask for the forgiveness of our sins, and He will forgive us. It is amazing that while we were still sinners, God showed His great love for us by sending Jesus to die for us (Romans 5:8). Let us follow His example in the care, love, and forgiveness we give to others as well.
Suggested prayer: Dear God, thank you for showing me love and mercy even though I am a sinner. Please help me to have a Christ-like attitude and for me to be able to show your love and character to others. Show me the right way to live the life that you have given me. In the name of Jesus I pray, Amen.
1. Philippians 2:5 (NLT).
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