CHMN 201 – EXAM #1 Study Guide

Philippians 2:1-11

*Be familiar with the Context of Philippians 2:1-11:

1. Know when & where in the Bible Paul first met the people of Philippi.

In the prison in Philippians.

2. Know the time span between when he first met them and the writing of the Book of Philippians. 10 years
3. Know the them/title given in class to Philippians 2:1-11.

Having the mind of Christ in the body of Christ.

4. Know who made up the Philippians church.

Lydia, Philippians jailor and his family, former demonic maniac

5. Be able to identify the three mindsets that are taught in Phil. 2:1-11

Like minded, same love, one accord

6. Know the amount of times the word “mind” is used in
1. Pauline writings
2. Philippians

· Be able to define of the following terms/phrases found in Philippians 2:1-11 and in the lecture notes:

1. Consolation – encouragement, protection (paraklesis)

2. Fellowship – partnering with Holy Spirit

3. Bowels – tender heartedness

4. Mercies

5. “If” (in verse 1) – unconditional

6. “Having the same love” – unity of affection

7. “Being of one accord” – unity of spirit

8. “Being of one mind” – unity of purpose

9. “Strife” – selfish ambition

10. “Vainglory” – empty glory

11. Lowliness of mind – humbleness

12. Esteem – consider

13. False Humility – acting out humbleness but proud inside

14. True Humility – considering others before self

15. “Look” (v.4) –

16. “Things” (v.4) – both physical and spiritual

Know where in Philippians 2:1-11 that the “Mind of Christ” is explicitly taught (prescribed) & and where it is exemplified (described).

Mind of Christ is taught from verse 1-4 and it is exemplified from 6-11

Be especially familiar with the life lessons made on verses 4,5, 9-11

Lessons from V.4

a). Selflessness cannot be an occasional occurrence

b). Don’t call your job a “ministry” if you are not going to “minister” to people

Lessons from V.5

a). In order to “have the mind of Christ in the body of Christ, you must change your thinking!

Lessons from V.9-11

a). Let God lift you up!

b). God can lift you up better than you can lift yourself up.

c). Unity, Humility, and Selflessness will bring glory to God.

d). Remember that God of heaven and earth has specifically called you to lead his flock!

The Church

• Know the definition of the word “Ekkanaia” (Church).

To call or to summon or to call out.

• Be familiar with the names (“Spritual Descriptions”) of the church

The Body of Christ

The Bride of Christ

The Flock of God

The Family of God

The Priesthood

• Be able to identify the five foundational truths that make up the Skeletal System.

1. A High view of God

2. The Absolute Authority of Scripture

3. Sound Doctrine

4. Personal Holiness

5. Spiritual Authority

• Know who “The Head” refers to and the particular scripture passage that expresses it.

Jesus Christ is the head. (Ephesians 4:15; 5:23, Colossians 1:18)