SERIES SUMMARY
As we continue to walk in step with the Spirit and multiply communities of grace that are passionately pursuing life and mission with Jesus, we desire to take a couple of weeks to talk specifically about two essentials for a multiplying church: Gospel-Driven Unity and Gospel-Driven Humility.
The Apostle Paul offered the Church of Philippi encouragement as they partnered with him in advancing the gospel, highlighting how unity and humility are essential for the Church to shine as the light it’s called to be; and those essentials apply to us in our own circles of influence here in the Upstate of South Carolina.
As Fellowship Greenville Adams Mill officially launches, we are praying that we would continue to re-introduce people to Jesus and the life that He offers, as we maintain the unity given to us in Christ through adopting the same humble
PASSAGE SUMMARY
Philippians 2 is a powerful chapter that highlights the humility and exaltation of Jesus Christ, serving as a central example of how believers are to live in unity and selflessness. The apostle Paul begins by urging the church in Philippi to be of the same mind, having the same love, and being united in spirit and purpose. He emphasizes that believers should act with humility, considering others as more important than themselves, and not acting out of selfish ambition or pride.
The heart of the chapter is the Christ hymn, which presents Jesus as the ultimate model of humility and obedience. Though He was fully God, Jesus chose to humble Himself by taking on human flesh and becoming a servant. He submitted to death on a cross, in perfect obedience to the Father’s will. Because of this, God highly exalted Him, giving Him the name above every name, so that every knee will bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.
In the remainder of the chapter, Paul encourages the Philippians to live out their salvation with reverence and awe, knowing that God is working in them to will and to act according to His purpose. He calls them to shine as lights in a dark world by holding firmly to the word of life and living blamelessly. Paul also commends Timothy and Epaphroditus as examples of faithful servants who model Christlike humility and care for others—living illustrations of the mindset Paul calls the church to adopt. Philippians 2 is both a deep theological reflection on Christ’s nature and a practical call for believers to live in a way that reflects His humility and unifying love.
PERSONAL REFLECTION QUESTIONS
- What is the big idea or key question from the sermon?
- What stands out to you from the text about Humility or Unity?
- What is the Holy Spirit showing you?
- What specific step can you take this week to incorporate what you've learned into your daily life?
*We are a church located in Greenville, South Carolina. Our vision is to see God transform us into a community of grace passionately pursuing life and mission with Jesus.
SUGGESTIONS FOR COMMUNITY GROUP QUESTIONS
Remember these are “suggested” questions. You do not have to go through every single one of them. During this series some of you may have heard Unity and others Humility. No matter which location you attend, these questions will help you open up a discussion in your group.
Opening Prayer: Open by asking the Spirit to help you understand God’s Word and how it shapes our lives. Ask the Spirit to help you experience God’s grace, growing in humility and unity as a group.
Read the Passage: Take time to read all of Philippians 2:1-15.
- What stood out to you from either the passage or sermon?
- In what specific relationships or circumstances do you sense the greatest need for humility or unity right now?
- What does it mean to be “of the same mind” and “united in spirit and purpose” within the body of Christ, and how can I contribute to that unity?
- How does Jesus’ choice to humble Himself—even to the point of death—shape my understanding of true humility and obedience?
- How do the text and the sermons shape how you think about multiplication?
- What role do humility and unity play in the multiplication of ministry in this season?
- How might living as Jesus did influence the way our community grows and multiplies?
- What about this is challenging for you to process and live into?
- What does it look like for YOU to pursue unity and humility in the midst of multiplication?
- How is the Lord inviting YOU to participate in the multiplication of ministry, whether you are at Hwy 14 or Adams Mill?
Closing Prayer: Close your time by spending some time in prayer for unity and humility as God multiplies ministry to Adams Mill at Fellowship Greenville.
Practical Application:
- This week, spend time DAILY in prayer for those who will be attending Adams Mill and Highway 14.
- Ask the Spirit to show you someone that you know who doesn’t have a Church home that you can invite to Adams Mill or Highway 14.