The Son Comes Down, Part 1

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Philippians 2:6-7

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The Son Comes Down, Part 1 — Lonnie D. Bell, Jr.
Philippians 2:6-7
Sermon Series: Advent 2019, Week 2
December 8, 2019

DEEP SHEET: Sermon Study Questions
1.   How are you feasting on the doctrine of Christ this Christmas?
2.   What does this passage teach us about Christ’s pre-incarnate existence? How does this correct or strengthen your theology?
3.   To use the language of 2:4, how did Christ not look to “his own interests”?
4.    How does Christ’s example guide us away from thoughts without actions?
5.    What does it mean that Christ “emptied himself,” and how can this be misunderstood?
6.   Summarize and discuss the four sub-points regarding Christ’s Incarnation: he adds our nature, veils his glory, enters our world, and serves our needs. Which of these strikes you the most?

References: John 1:1; Hebrews 1:3; 1 John 3:17-18; James 2:15-16; 2 Corinthians 8:9; John 1:14; 5:18, 23; Colossians 1:15, 19; Hebrews 4:15; John 13:1-20; 2 Corinthians 3:18.