July 13, 2025

Humility Builds Unity (Philippians 2:3–4)

Series: "Humble Lights: Unity That Shines"

Main Idea: Selfish pride destroys unity, but Christlike humility builds it.

Three Ways Humility Builds Unity:

1. Humility Changes Your Self-Perception (Philippians 2:3a)

“…in lowliness of mind…”

Unity comes when we stop thinking so highly of ourselves.
To be like-minded (v. 2), we must be low-minded (v. 3).
Humility means thinking of yourself less—not thinking less of yourself.

2. Humility Changes Your Self-Esteem (Philippians 2:3b)

“…let each esteem other better than themselves.”

The world says the problem is low self-esteem; Scripture says it's too much self-focus.
True unity comes when we value others above ourselves.
This isn’t false humility—it’s intentional, Christlike concern for others.

3. Humility Changes Your Selfishness (Philippians 2:4)

“Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.”

Christ, Timothy, and Epaphroditus all modeled this mindset.
Humility doesn’t ignore your needs—it puts others’ interests alongside or above your own.
Humble people study others, pray for others, and serve others.

Application Questions:

1. Heart Check: What’s Driving You?

Are your words and actions in relationships driven more by selfish ambition or a desire to serve?
“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory…” — Philippians 2:3a

2. Pride’s Impact: Who’s Been Hurt?

Has your pride or desire for recognition damaged unity in your home, church, or workplace?
“Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.” — Proverbs 16:18

3. Mirror or Window?

Do you spend more time looking at yourself (your needs, image, desires) or looking out for the needs of others?
“…look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.” — Philippians 2:4

4. Servant Identity: How Do You See Yourself?

Do you genuinely view yourself as a servant of others, or do you expect others to serve you?
“…[Jesus] took upon Him the form of a servant…” — Philippians 2:7

5. Esteem Shift: Who Comes First?

Do you consistently esteem others better than yourself—not in talent, but in value and priority?
“…let each esteem other better than themselves.” — Philippians 2:3b

6. Jesus’ Example: Are You Imitating Him?

In what specific ways are you following Christ’s example of humility this week?
“Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus…” — Philippians 2:5

7. Marriage & Family: How Do You Lead?

In your marriage or family, are you looking to your own interests or striving to meet the needs of others?
“…but every man also on the things of others.” — Philippians 2:4

8. Church Life: Who Are You Lifting?

Are there church members who need encouragement or support that you’ve overlooked?
“…forbearing one another in love…” — Ephesians 4:2

9. Discipleship & Prayer: Who Are You Studying?

Are you taking time to learn others’ needs—praying for them, listening well, and bearing their burdens?
“Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.” — Galatians 6:2

10. Cultural Lens: Have You Bought the Lie?

Have you adopted the world’s view that more self-esteem is the answer—or are you letting Scripture reshape how you value others?
“…in lowliness of mind let each esteem other…” — Philippians 2:3

July 6, 2025

Series: "Humble Lights: Unity That Shines"

Text: Philippians 2:1–2

1 If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, 2 Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.

Questions:

1. Are You Encouraged by Your Union with Christ?

“If there is any encouragement in Christ…” (Phil. 2:1a)

Have you recently taken time to reflect on your position "in Christ"? Does your identity in Him shape how you treat others in the body of Christ? When conflict arises, do you respond as someone deeply encouraged by your Savior?

2. Are You Sharing the Comfort You've Received?

“…any comfort of love…” (Phil. 2:1b)

How have you experienced God’s comfort during trials? Are you passing that same comfort on to others in your church family—or are you isolating and withholding love? Who in your life needs to experience that comfort through you?

3. Are You Living in the Fellowship of the Spirit?

“…any fellowship of the Spirit…” (Phil. 2:1c)

Are you walking in step with the Spirit and building relationships with others who share that same Spirit? Is your church community marked by shared spiritual life or merely shared social activities?

4. Are You Showing Tender Affection and Mercy to Others?

“…any bowels and mercies…” (Phil. 2:1d)

Do you reflect God’s deep compassion toward your brothers and sisters in Christ? Is there someone you’ve been emotionally cold toward whom God is calling you to embrace with mercy and affection?

5. Are You Pursuing Reconciliation?

“Be likeminded, having the same love…” (Phil. 2:2a)

Is there a broken relationship in your life that needs healing? Are you obeying Jesus’ commands in Matthew 5 and 18 to pursue reconciliation whether you were the offender or the offended?

6. Are You Contributing to the Joy of Others in the Church?

“Fulfill my joy…” (Phil. 2:2a)

Are you making your pastors, leaders, and fellow members rejoice because of your unity and service—or are you a source of tension and disunity in the body?

7. Is Your Unity Driven by Internal Transformation or External Pressure?

“Being of one accord, of one mind…” (Phil. 2:2b)

Is your unity with others shaped by inward change from Christ, or by external conformity and performance? Are you allowing God to mold your heart so you align with others spiritually, not just behaviorally?

8. Are You Letting the Mind of Christ Shape Your Attitudes?

“Let this mind be in you…” (Phil. 2:5)

Are you daily seeking to adopt Christ’s mindset of humility and service? In moments of irritation or disagreement, do you stop and ask, “What attitude did Christ display, and how can I imitate it?”

9. Are You a Light in the Darkness—Together with the Church?

“…shine as lights in the world…” (Phil. 2:15)

Is your witness strengthened or dimmed by your unity with fellow believers? Are you pursuing Gospel partnership with your church as a visible light in a dark culture—or have you become isolated and dim?

July 13, 2025

Humility Builds Unity (Philippians 2:3–4)

Three Ways Humility Builds Unity:

Application Questions:

July 6, 2025

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