Jesus Emptied Himself • Philippians 2:7 • Pastor Andrew Reynolds • Expository Preaching

Rather than using His identity for His own advantage, Jesus emptied Himself, leaving the glory of heaven to die on a cross.

Jesus is the ultimate example of one who looked out for the interests of others.

Introduction: responsibilities versus privileges
Context: How did Jesus use His exalted status?
Jesus used His status for the benefit of others -- He emptied Himself
3 unbiblical views and 1 biblical view about the humanity of Christ
Conclusion: Why Was Jesus’ Full Humanity Necessary?

6 steps Jesus made, from glory to glory, which illustrate humility:
1) Preexistence: His exalted position (2:6)
2) Incarnation: (2:7-8a)
3) Humiliation
4) Crucifixion
5) Ascension
6) Exaltation

Pastor Andrew Reynolds
Preached at Bethel Baptist Church in Portland, OR on October 18, 2020.

Philippians 2:7 "but emptied Himself, taking the form of a slave, and being made in the likeness of men."

Expository preaching: instruct the mind, ignite the affections, invite the will.

[andrewreynolds]

[0:00] Introduction: responsibilities versus privileges
[3:28] Context: How did Jesus use His exalted status?
[9:22] Jesus used His status for the benefit of others -- He emptied Himself
[25:44] 3 unbiblical views and 1 biblical view about the humanity of Christ
[36:22] Conclusion: Why Was Jesus’ Full Humanity Necessary?