Our example

“Abandon every display of selfishness. Possess a greater concern for what matters to others instead of your own interests. And consider the example that Jesus, the Anointed One, has set before us. Let his mindset become your motivation. He existed in the form of God, yet he gave no thought to seizing equality with God as his supreme prize. Instead he emptied himself of his outward glory by reducing himself to the form of a lowly servant. He became human! He humbled himself and became vulnerable, choosing to be revealed as a man and was obedient. He was a perfect example, even in his death—a criminal’s death by crucifixion!”Philippians‬ ‭2‬:‭4‬-‭8‬ ‭TPT‬‬

We rejoice when we see those considered great sportsmen and women humble themselves. We make much of film stars who give away much of their income. Yet, the greatest man, Jesus, the Son of God, emptied Himself of His position and all His authority and power to come to earth and live as we live. He lived an obedient life and served us, His created ones. He went further, He gave up His life by dying on a cross for our wickedness. God raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand and gave Him all honour for the sacrifice He made.

Through Jesus we can live a life in connection with the Father. Jesus said, ‘abide in Me and I will abide in you’. That is a wonderful promise! Let us look to abide in Him today!