Bible Chapter Summary
Philippians 2 Summary
Unity in Mind and the Mind of Christ
Paul urges the Philippians to fulfill his joy by being likeminded with one love and one accord, esteeming others better than themselves. He calls them to the mind that was in Christ Jesus, who humbled himself and became obedient unto death on the cross, for which God highly exalted him. Paul exhorts them to work out their salvation with fear and trembling, doing all things without murmuring, that they may shine as lights in a crooked world. He sends commendations regarding Timothy and Epaphroditus, praising the latter for his near-death sacrifice in service to Paul and the church.
Key themes
Key verses
Philippians 2:5
“Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:”
Philippians 2:8
“And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.”
Philippians 2:12
“Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.”
Philippians 2:30
“Because for the work of Christ he was nigh unto death, not regarding his life, to supply your lack of service toward me.”
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