Apostolic Life in the 21st Century How Do Oneness Pentecostals Explain Philippians 2:5-11?
Oct 6, 2025
Dr. David K. Bernard dives into the interpretation of Philippians 2:5-11 from a Oneness Pentecostal perspective. He highlights Jesus' genuine humanity and his humble obedience as a model for believers. The discussion touches on the significance of Jesus being the visible image of God and the incarnation's role in his sacrificial death. Bernard connects the name of Jesus to Yahweh, stressing the importance of acknowledging Jesus as Lord. Greek grammar nuances and Isaiah citations further underline Jesus' divine identity and authority.
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Follow Christ's Example Of Humble Service
- Imitate Jesus' humility by refusing to exploit status, even if you could claim authority.
- Bernard urges believers to follow Christ's human example of obedience and humble service.
Christ's Humanity As The Moral Example
- Philippians 2:5–11 focuses on Jesus' genuine humanity and offers a model for Christian humility.
- David K. Bernard emphasizes we should imitate Jesus' human humility rather than infer a second divine person from this passage.
Jesus Is The Visible Image Of The Invisible God
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