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NO REPUTATION

Text : Philippians 2: 7

 *But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:* 

Jesus, undoubtedly is our perfect example. For us to be like Him, we have to follow in His steps. 1 Peter  2:21 says, ```for even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps:``` 

A number of times,  it is easier to claim what is good and easy, but what Jesus offers is a complete package, both suffering and glory. But you must always remember that   the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.Rom 8:18.

Hence, today, we shall look at one of the attributes of Christ Jesus with the aim of doing likewise. 

1. *No reputation* One of the things that man finds difficult to let go is reputation. Even people with foul reputations hold on to their vain reputation as though their lives depended on it. *One of the things the devil is using in turning men away from Christ is their reputation.* 

 *A number of people have a bloated reputation of themselves so much so that it blocked them from seeing the Messiah.* 

From our text, we saw that Jesus made Himself of no reputation.  Note that nobody deprived Him of it, nor collected it from Him, but He made Himself of no reputation.  Another version says He made Himself much much less important. (The easy English version).

 *How important do you feel in your own estimation? it pays to be humble.*  Do not think of your self more than necessary. Remember,  God resist the proud, but gives grace unto the humble.James  4:6.

If Jesus, who is God in the flesh, made Himself of no reputation,  there should be no reputation so high and lofty that you shouldn't drop at  His feet. *When you are able to make yourself of no reputation,  you have positioned yourself for elevation .* 

 *Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:1 Peter  5:6  .* 


Bible Reading  : Philippians 2: 1-11.

 *PRAYER FOCUS*

1. Lord, I am sorry in ways I have raised myself  beyond normal, in ways I have walked in pride and foolishness. 

2. Give me the grace to be humble. 

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