So then. Now Paul draws some needed lessons from this example of Christ he showed them in Philippians 2:6-11. As you always obeyed me. "Even though I cannot be with you in person, it is more important than ever that you show the attitude of humility and obedience that Christ had!!!" Keep on working. The Philippian church will not always have Paul available to them in person. It is very important that they be able to take care of themselves. It is necessary that they keep on working to complete their salvation!!! They do this by imitating the attitude and obedience which Christ demonstrated. Johnson says: "While Christ is our Savior, and the author of our salvation, we must accept him and work together with him. Unless we do our part Christ cannot save us." We must reach out through faith to seize Christ, and then continue to hold firmly to him! Fear and trembling. This is a favorite expression of Paul, and means: "reverence and awe."

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