Philippians 2:9-11 – A Sure Thing

Introduction

 

            The Grand National

 

                        ‘A sure thing’

 

 

Jesus has been exalted over all creation (2:9)

 

 

 

 

            Award Ceremonies

 

 

“Therefore God exalted him to the highest place
   and gave him the name that is above every name”

 

 

What does Jesus’ exaltation teach us?

 

 

 

 

All creation bows before the exalted Jesus (2:10)

 

            In heaven

 

 

            On earth

 

 

            Under the earth        

 

 

“that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,
   in heaven and on earth and under the earth”

 

What does Jesus’ exaltation teach us?

 

 

 

 

Every tongue will confess the Lordship of Jesus Christ to the glory of God the Father (2:11)

 

 

                        Playing ‘Mercy’ game

 

 

 

“and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord,
   to the glory of God the Father.”

 

What does Jesus’ exaltation teach us?

 

 

 

Conclusion

 

 

 

Questions 

1) What have you learnt about Jesus’ journey in v 5-11?

2a) How would you evaluate how you are using the resources at your disposal? 2b) What does that reveal about the values by which you operate?

3) In what ways does Jesus’ exaltation speak into and shape our ambitions and desires?

4) What does it mean for every knee to bow and every tongue to confess that Jesus Christ is Lord? How does this future reality impact our present lives?

5) Knowing that Jesus has won and that all will acknowledge His victory, how does that help you as one of His followers?

6) Consider the cosmic significance of Jesus' Lordship. How does this understanding influence your approach to evangelism and sharing your faith with others?