Timothy:
The Extreme Value of Devotion to God
Philippians 2:19-24
Philippians 1 – single mind
Philippians 2 – an exhortation to have a submissive mind (others first), followed by four examples: Jesus, Paul, Timothy, and Epaphroditus. From Timothy’s example we learn about deep devotion to God…
I. Others-mindedness begins with a mind devoted to God – vv. 19-21.
A. A devoted mind considers God’s will in all life’s pursuits – v. 19.
B. A devoted mind is “like-souled” with other devoted believers – vv. 20-21.
1. Devotion to God results in genuine interest in the believers’ concerns – v. 20.
2. Devotion to God results in seeking His kingdom first – v. 21.
II. Devotion to God results in caring for His servants – v. 22.
III. A devoted servant is valuable in the eyes of God and other believers – vv. 23-24.
A mind devoted to God considers the well-being of other believers and is valuable in the eyes of God and people.
