Philippians 2:1-11 shows the nature and extent of the humility of Jesus Christ. We are to follow Christ’s example of humility in our own lives. “Paul says believers should live in unity, humility, and selflessness. He then gives Jesus Christ as the supreme example by which believers should live.” (Towns & Gutiérrez, 525). When Jesus was on earth, he humbled himself and took the role of a servant. He did not exalt himself as king or boast about his great power and authority. Rather, he let God exalt him and glorify him. In the same way, we should humble ourselves and let God exalt us. We should not boast about ourselves but instead boast about what Christ has done. We are to not be selfish but put other’s needs before our own. Since we are united
