Thursday, March 26, 2026

Scripture

“Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself.” Phil. 2:5-7a

Reflections

What would you be willing to give up for God?

We read in Philippians 2 that Christ Jesus “emptied himself”, in other words, gave up something.  As Creator of the universe, there is no one as powerful as Jesus.  Still, he chose the stance of being powerless at the time of his crucifixion.  The people hailed him as king of the Jews and yet he chose the cross instead of a throne.  Everything belonged to him and yet he subjected himself to being stripped bare and tortured to death.

He could have basked in power, prestige, wealth, and living the easy life, but he gave it all up in order that we might know his love for us.  He wanted us to know how much he loves us and fall in love with him.

If we love others as Christ loves us, we can’t not give up something.  If the Spirit of Jesus Christ is a part of our lives, we give of ourselves because we care for others.  Whether rich or poor, everyone has something to give.  Everyone has the ability to let others know that they matter and that they are loved.

We love, we care, we serve, we give—all because others are worth it.

Prayer

Lord God, thank you for being my example of selfless giving.  Help me to empty myself that others might know of your love for them as well.  In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

Full Reading: Philippians 2:5-11