Philippians 2:8
Coming in human form, humbling himself, he submitted himself to death—even death on a cross.
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7Instead he emptied himself, taking the nature of a servant, becoming like a human being.
Cross References
Psalms 22:16Evil men surround me like a pack of dogs. They have pierced my hands and feet.
Proverbs 15:33Respect for the Lord teaches wisdom; humility goes before honor.
Matthew 17:2He was transformed in front of them. His face was shining like the sun. His clothes turned white as light.
Matthew 26:42He went away a second time and prayed. “My Father, if this cup cannot be taken from me without me drinking from it, then your will be done,” he said.
Luke 9:29While he was praying, his face changed in appearance, and his clothing became a dazzling white.
John 10:18No one takes it from me; I choose to lay it down. I have the right to give it up, and I have the right to take it back. This is the command my Father gave me.”
Matthew Henry on Philippians 2:2-12
Brotherly Love Recommended; Glory and Condescension of Christ. ( a. d. 62.) 1 If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, 2 Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. 3 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. 4 Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. 5… Read the whole commentary →