Bible Reading: Philippians 2:1-11 1. The Servant. 2. The Shape. 3. The Sacrifice. The sermon explores the profound humility of Jesus Christ as presented in Philippians 2, positioning Him as the ultimate role model for believers. It highlights three key aspects of His humiliation: His voluntary servanthood, His full identification with human nature, and His obedient sacrifice unto death on the cross. The preacher contrasts worldly role models with Christ's self-emptying love, urging listeners to embrace humility and service rather than seeking status or pleasure. By examining Christ's submission to the Father and His bearing of sin, the message emphasizes that true Christian character is found in following this divine example. The narrative concludes by pointing to Christ's subsequent exaltation, offering hope and a call to personal devotion.

Theme: Wait for the Lord, for his response to our sin is far greater than we imagine: our sins are cleared! 1. The Dark Night of Sin (1-4) 2. The Dawn of Salvation (5-8)

ISRAEL, ISLAM, AND THE CONFLICT IN THE MIDDLE EAST