No to Strife
No to Vainglory

Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Philippians 2:3

Reading:

Philippians 2:1-13

Do I know how to be likeminded with others in my congregation?

Just how much do I want to be likeminded with them?

Have I kept (and do I keep) self set aside and crucified?

How much do I look out for the good and well-being of others?

Am I making any progress at being a servant to others?

When was the last time I humbled myself as Jesus would have?

What is the state of my knees before Christ?

Do I want to do the good pleasure of God?

[The Scriptures say in Philippians 2:8 -- He humbled himself, and became obedient]
from Philippians 2:8

Delivered. Preserved.

And the Lord shall deliver me from every evil work, and will preserve me unto his heavenly kingdom: to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

2 Timothy 4:18

Reading:

2 Timothy 4:1-18

“Who shall judge” me — how does that reality affect my so-called daily life?

Do I still value and live by sound doctrine?

Am I committed to keeping my ears turned toward the truth?

How am I fighting a good fight and keeping the faith?

“Hath forsaken me” versus “profitable to me” — who has experienced which from me?

Who is depending on me? And how?

“I pray God that I may not be laid to their charge” — how can I develop such an attitude toward those who have wronged me?

Am I aware of Christ standing with me and strengthening me? Is He?

[The Scriptures say in 2 Timothy 4:7 -- I have kept the faith]
from 2 Timothy 4:7