Chapter 1 The Single Mind

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Chapter 1 The Single Mind Philippians Outline Chapter 1 The Single Mind Chapter 2 The Submissive Mind Chapter 3 The Spiritual Mind Chapter 4 The Secure Mind

Unity Paradigm Philippians 2:1-4 Thinking for Unity Right Motives Phil. 2:1-2a Right Marks Phil. 2:2b Right Means Phil. 2:3,4

Unity Paradigm Part 2 Philippians 2:2b . Right Motives - “Review” A single minded church is a unified church 1. Encouragement in Christ 2. Consolation of Love 3. Fellowship in the Spirit 4. Affection and Compassion These are all things we have received from Christ at the point of salvation.

Unity Paradigm Part 2 Philippians 2:2b Right Marks Being of the same mind Literally – to think the same thing Common understanding & genuine agreement 1 Corinthians 2:16 ; Colossians 3:12-19 Romans 8:4,5 cf. Colossians 3:1-3 On what is your mind set?

Unity Paradigm Part 2 Philippians 2:2b Right Marks (continued) Maintaining the same Love Agape – love of will, not preference or attraction An act of will, therefore can be commanded 1 John 3:14-18 Minds of selfless humility produce practical love Are you willfully loving?

Unity Paradigm Part 2 Philippians 2:2b Right Marks (continued) United in one spirit Sumpsuchos – one soul Live in selfless harmony with fellow believers By definition excludes fruits of self –love Refers to 1:27 Is your passion for God a unifying factor?

Unity Paradigm Part 2 Philippians 2:2b Right Marks (continued) Intent on one purpose Thinking one thing - as a result Paul’s argument comes full circle Colossians 3:12-16 Is there purpose in all you do? For whom does your purpose exist?

Unity Paradigm Part 2 Right Marks Right Motives Being of the same mind Encouragement in Christ Consolation of love Fellowship in Spirit Affection & Compassion Right Marks Being of the same mind Maintaining the same love United in one spirit Intent on one purpose

Unity Paradigm Part 2 Philippians 2:2b Conclusion Are you in your right mind? Do you bear the right marks?