WEBVTT 00:04.385 --> 00:12.894 [SPEAKER_00]: As we end our week looking to Jesus, today we'll explore one of my favorite aspects of his nature, his humility. 00:13.975 --> 00:27.590 [SPEAKER_00]: Jesus, the king of all the earth, the one who has every reason to boast and show his power, chooses the path of humility, of submission, of lowering himself. 00:28.731 --> 00:31.995 [SPEAKER_00]: We have so much to learn from this beautiful king. 00:32.532 --> 00:43.111 [SPEAKER_00]: It is my hope that you are encouraged and challenged today, but also that your heart is burst open and flooded with worship at the beauty of our Jesus. 00:44.113 --> 00:46.457 [SPEAKER_00]: Welcome to the first 15 podcast. 01:12.897 --> 01:26.974 [SPEAKER_00]: Her Scripture for today comes from Philippians 2, verses 5 through 7, Scripture says, Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, 01:27.460 --> 01:43.908 [SPEAKER_00]: Who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 01:46.553 --> 01:52.523 [SPEAKER_00]: There has never been a greater depth of humility than what we find in Jesus. 01:53.465 --> 01:57.237 [SPEAKER_00]: He was a man marked by astonishing sacrifice. 01:58.561 --> 02:04.960 [SPEAKER_00]: He lived in utter devotion to God the Father and us, his undeserving people. 02:06.222 --> 02:29.175 [SPEAKER_00]: Philippians 2 vs. 5 through 7 says, have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of man. 02:31.180 --> 02:36.530 [SPEAKER_00]: Jesus became a servant so we could be made sons and daughters. 02:37.812 --> 02:42.601 [SPEAKER_00]: He took on flesh that our flesh might find true redemption. 02:44.104 --> 02:54.623 [SPEAKER_00]: He emptied himself of that which he was rightfully owed that we might receive grace upon grace which we've done nothing to deserve. 02:56.442 --> 03:02.733 [SPEAKER_00]: the coming of Christ we celebrate at Christmas is entirely descriptive of the heart of God. 03:04.236 --> 03:08.684 [SPEAKER_00]: Just as Jesus came to make a way for us, He comes still. 03:10.087 --> 03:16.999 [SPEAKER_00]: Just as Jesus came that faithful day millennia ago, He comes to meet with us still. 03:18.262 --> 03:28.732 [SPEAKER_00]: and just as the world received its greatest gift in Jesus, we still find in the presence of God our greatest gift on a daily basis. 03:30.895 --> 03:35.699 [SPEAKER_00]: We can find hope and joy in the fact that we serve a humble king. 03:37.281 --> 03:40.604 [SPEAKER_00]: Our king does nothing from selfish ambition. 03:42.046 --> 03:48.252 [SPEAKER_00]: Unlike us, he does nothing to better himself or cover for his own inadequacies. 03:49.042 --> 04:00.839 [SPEAKER_00]: rather because he is already entirely full and complete, he gives of himself freely, that we might live in the light of his grace and love. 04:02.421 --> 04:17.462 [SPEAKER_00]: He doesn't use his deity to demand anything from us, but instead to give us life, breath, and meaning. 04:18.640 --> 04:22.705 [SPEAKER_00]: find hope for your past, present, and future. 04:23.587 --> 04:29.535 [SPEAKER_00]: In the simple truth that Jesus has and will continue to be everything you need. 04:31.177 --> 04:41.070 [SPEAKER_00]: Open your heart to receive the life-giving presence of your humble king through guided prayer. 05:01.452 --> 05:12.646 [SPEAKER_00]: as we begin, meditate on the humility of Jesus, allow Scripture to paint a clear picture of the heart of God. 05:14.449 --> 05:23.460 [SPEAKER_00]: Philippians 2 verses 5 through 7 says, have this mind among yourselves which is yours in Christ Jesus. 05:24.065 --> 05:39.778 [SPEAKER_00]: Who though he was in the form of God did not count equality with God a thing to be grasped, but emptied himself by taking the form of a servant, being born in the likeness of men. 06:21.170 --> 06:26.517 [SPEAKER_00]: and next, choose to trust in the humble leadership of God. 06:28.019 --> 06:37.973 [SPEAKER_00]: Give Jesus every part of your life, knowing that he doesn't lead you out of selfish motives, but leads you entirely for your good. 06:39.955 --> 06:49.388 [SPEAKER_00]: In John 10 verse 11, the Lord says, I am the good shepherd. 06:58.953 --> 07:00.172 [UNKNOWN]: Thank you. 07:23.742 --> 07:36.577 [SPEAKER_00]: and last, take time to rest in the presence of Jesus, receive the gift of His nearness, find joy in the depth of His love. 07:38.339 --> 07:47.269 [SPEAKER_00]: Exodus 33 verse 14 says, 08:18.940 --> 08:34.444 [SPEAKER_00]: Philippians 2 verses 9 through 11, illustrates a truth of the kingdom we as believers need to know. 08:35.425 --> 08:45.100 [SPEAKER_00]: Scripture says, therefore God has highly exalted Him, and bestowed on Him the name that is above every name. 08:45.080 --> 08:53.230 [SPEAKER_00]: so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow in heaven and on earth and under the earth. 08:54.051 --> 09:00.980 [SPEAKER_00]: And every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God, the Father. 09:03.523 --> 09:13.416 [SPEAKER_00]: Jesus is the perfect example of the truth that everyone who exalts himself will be humbled and he who humbles himself will be exalted. 09:14.543 --> 09:17.467 [SPEAKER_00]: the pathway to life in God is humility. 09:18.969 --> 09:28.983 [SPEAKER_00]: When you seek to serve the Father and others as Jesus did, you will discover a well-spring of joy and life not found in prideful pursuits. 09:30.765 --> 09:32.628 [SPEAKER_00]: Seek to live in humility today. 09:33.629 --> 09:39.437 [SPEAKER_00]: In fine, unfathomable grace and love in Jesus, your humble king. 09:50.825 --> 09:53.368 [SPEAKER_00]: Thanks so much for listening to today's podcast. 09:53.888 --> 09:55.370 [SPEAKER_00]: I'm Josh with first 15. 09:56.271 --> 10:01.016 [SPEAKER_00]: If you didn't know, you can also get this devotional in your inbox every single day. 10:01.036 --> 10:06.362 [SPEAKER_00]: You can sign up today by going to first15.org slash subscribe. 10:07.043 --> 10:08.584 [SPEAKER_00]: Thanks for joining us this week. 10:09.145 --> 10:13.710 [SPEAKER_00]: Have a wonderful rest of your day, and may God bless you as you see Kim.