God's Glory Church

“Do nothing out of deceit or arrogance, but in humility consider one another greater than yourself.” — Philippians 2:3
The Fairleigh Dickinson varsity basketball team played poorly. When the players entered the field, the spectators in the stands began to mock them. Everyone expected a rout right in the first quarter, but the team competed with all its might. And then their battle song suddenly rang out in the hall, although they did not take the musicians with them. The University of Dayton marching band learned the opponents’ song minutes before the game. The musicians could just play familiar compositions, but they decided to support the guests in this way.

The action of this group can be seen as a symbol of the unity described in the Epistle to the Philippians. Apostle Paul calls to live in unity and have “one mind” (Phil. 2:2), because both they and we are united in Jesus Christ. For this reason, the apostle encouraged to give up selfish ambitions and to put the interests of others above one’s own.

Putting others before ourselves is not always a natural process, but this is how we can follow Christ. “Do nothing deceitfully or out of arrogance, but in humility regard one another as greater than yourself” (v. 3). Instead of focusing exclusively on oneself, “let each one take care … also of others” (v. 4).

How can we support our neighbors? By looking after their interests and providing everything they may need in life.

Whose interests can you take care of today? How does caring for others promote unity?
Savior, please show me how I can help others by looking after their interests.
Author: Katara Patton