Have the Same Mindset as Christ

In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death— even death on a cross! — Philippians 3:5-8 

Jesus Christ, being in the very nature God.

Even so, He did not consider equality with God something to use to His own advantage.

Instead, He made himself nothing.

He took o the very nature of a servant.

Christ was made in human likeness.

He humbled himself by becoming obedient to death.

Even death on a cross.

Taking on the ultimate sacrifice for me personally.

God's Eternal Power and Divine Nature Have Been Clearly Seen

For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse. — Romans 1:20

Since God created the world, His invisible qualities have been clearly seen.

And we understand His eternal power and divine nature.

We witness it in His creation, that His hands have made.

People are without excuse.

God has made Himself known to us throughout history.

His story - the story of His creation and His Son, Jesus Christ.

Have the Same Mind as Christ

In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. – Philippians 2:5-7 

Jesus did not consider equality with God something to be used to His own advantage.

Even though He was God.

Instead, He took on the role of a servant.

He became man and died for my sins.

When we think of His sacrifice, we are humble

God's Invisible Qualities Have Been Clearly Seen

For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse. — Romans 1:20

God's invisible qualities include his eternal power.

And His divine nature has also been clearly seen.

After all, He is the creator. 

And He created the whole world.

And His creation is amazing!

Relationships With One Another

In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. — Philippians 1:5-7

Relationships can be tricky.

We are not always the best communicators — myself included.

It takes hard work, forgiveness, and understanding to nurture relationships.

God gives us instructions for relationships in His Word. 

And He asks us to practice the fruit of the Spirit.

Love, joy, peace, patience, goodness, kindness, self-control, faithfulness, and gentleness.

Jesus is our example, taking the nature of a servant instead of lording it over us.

A tough example to follow.

But thankfully, God and the Holy Spirit help guide us.

God's Great Promises

Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires. — 2 Peter 1:4

Tonight as I left work, I was greeted by this amazing sunset.

It reminded me of God's great love for us.

He wants me to participate in the divine nature.

Next week will be my final Herceptin I-V treatment.

They scheduled it earlier than usual, so I will take a few hours off work and enjoy dinner with my family before I head out for choir.

I will also get to ring the bell.

God has brought me through this journey.

I am thankful.

Desire to Do Good

For I know that good itself does not dwell in me, that is, in my sinful nature. For I have the desire to do what is good, but I cannot carry it out. — Romans 7:18

I have the desire to do what is good.

But I often do the opposite.

I want to spend more time in God's Word.

But I often run out of time by the end of the day.

I set aside time on Sunday, but other days seem to slip away.

Help me remember that You are the creator of my days.

Each of them belong to you.

They are just a gift to me as a loan.