The Christ of Christmas - Part 1 | Philippians 2:5-11 | Pastor John Miller

What does it mean to have the "mind of Christ"? In this Christmas study of Philippians 2:5–8, Pastor John Miller dives into the "Kenosis" passage—one of the most profound sections of the Bible concerning the person and work of Jesus Christ. While the world focuses on the festivities of the season, Paul directs our attention to the humiliation of Christ: His journey from the throne of divine majesty to the agony of the Cross. Pastor John explores the "seven steps down" Jesus took—emptying Himself, taking the form of a servant, and becoming obedient unto death. Discover why this deep doctrine is not just for information, but for life transformation, as we are commanded to reproduce the humility of our Savior in our own lives. In this study, you will discover: - The Mind of Christ: The unselfish attitude and outlook we are commanded to adopt. - The Kenosis Explained: What it truly means that Jesus "emptied Himself" (and what He did NOT give up). - Sovereign Deity: Why Jesus is the eternal, personal, and divine Word who pre-existed Bethlehem. - True Humanity: The reality of the Incarnation—Deity fused with humanity for all eternity. - The Ultimate Sacrifice: Why Jesus voluntarily chose the "death of the cross" to rescue us from sin. 🕒 Video Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: The Holy Ground of Philippians 2 02:11 - Why Paul Speaks of Christ: A Plea for Unity 03:53 - Doctrine for Life Transformation 05:40 - The Command: Let This Mind Be in You 08:39 - The Humiliation of Christ: Seven Steps Down 10:13 - Step 1: The Sovereign (Christ's Deity) 12:55 - The Eternal, Personal, and Divine Word (John 1:1) 16:15 - Step 2: The Servant (Christ's Humanity) 17:22 - The Kenosis: What Did Jesus Empty Himself Of? 21:53 - Step 3: Made in the Likeness of Men 24:50 - Sinless Humanity: The Perfect Substitute 25:46 - Step 4: The Sacrifice (Found in Fashion as a Man) 28:48 - Step 5: He Humbled Himself Voluntarily 29:50 - Step 6: Obedient Unto Death 30:57 - Step 7: Even the Death of the Cross 32:05 - Three Reasons Jesus Died on the Cross 33:33 - Conclusion: Washing One Another's Feet ⛪️ Connect with Revival Christian Fellowship We are a church located in Menifee, CA, dedicated to the expository, verse-by-verse teaching of God's Word. Our mission is to see lives transformed by the power of the Gospel and the truth of the Scriptures. Visit our Website: https://www.revival.tv Watch More Sermons: https://www.revival.tv/sermons Request Prayer: https://www.revival.tv/prayerrequest 🤝 Partner With Us If this ministry has been a blessing to your spiritual growth, consider partnering with us to help take the Word of God to the nations. Give Online: https://www.revival.tv/give 📱 Stay Updated Subscribe to stay connected with Pastor John Miller’s latest teachings and church updates. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/revivaltv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/revival_tv #Philippians2 #TheMindOfChrist #PastorJohnMiller #RevivalChristianFellowship #ChristmasStudy #Incarnation #Kenosis #JesusIsGod #BiblicalHumility #TheCross