Jesus voluntarily left his highest position in the universe, to enter the world in the very lowest position, so that he might rescue people from sin who did not in any way deserve it.

We are to live our lives in a manner worthy of the gospel.

Living in Christ is everything.

Paul shows us through his own experience that we must live a life advancing the gospel, even if our circumstances are hard (or we may suffer).

Paul opens philippians by inviting us to participate in the gospel and embody its fruitfulness.

The resurrection of Jesus is not just an event and the finish line, it is the catalyst from restoration into commission.

As the final sign, Jesus resurrects showing his power over sin giving life to all who believe.

Jesus emptied himself out for the sins of the world.

Jesus enters into the Jerusalem storm so that humanity may be saved.

Jesus' final sign reminds us that he is the resurrection and the life.