Timothy Keller Sermons Podcast by Gospel in Life Jesus Our Servant
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Sep 1, 2025 Dive into the poignant prayer diary of Jesus in Psalm 69, revealing his profound servitude and suffering. Explore how Jesus transforms our understanding of greatness through humility and sacrifice. Reflect on the surprising challenges of true servanthood and the grace illustrated in the parable of the prodigal son. Discover the deep emotional connection we have with God during hardship, highlighting Jesus as the ultimate servant who faced animosity while offering hope and redemption.
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Psalm 69 As Jesus' Prayer Diary
- Psalm 69 functions as Jesus' prayer diary linking David's words to Christ's suffering.
- Timothy Keller shows Jesus read and identified with this psalm as prophetic of his anguish.
Servanthood Means Sinking
- Jesus came to be a servant, which Keller summarizes as 'he came to sink.'
- Servanthood means descending from glory into vulnerability and humility.
The Violence Of The Incarnation
- The incarnation is a violent, humbling descent from divine glory into human weakness.
- Keller emphasizes the stripping of power, joy, and intimacy Jesus endured in becoming human.
