Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus. Phil 2:5

When you think of others, what flows through your mind? What are your thoughts? Are your thoughts about “What others might think of you” or do your thoughts focus on the state of others? “What are their needs?” “What are they going through and how would God have me to help or minister to them in this situation?” The natural mindset is to consider oneself first and above consideration for others. This mindset exists in the world that creates divisions, categories, and separation among people. So often we seek to sustain ourselves rather than submit and sacrifice for the well-being of others. The scripture passage introduces us to mind and attitude that the children of God are to share for one another. For all who have received salvation through Jesus Christ and have tasted the goodness of God, all are encouraged to “let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.” The mind of Christ starts with faith in Christ through hearing the Word of God and believing the gospel for the salvation of one’s soul. At the moment of salvation, the child of God is “made alive” (Col 2:13) in Christ and “created in Christ for good works” (Eph 2:10). He gives us new life and a new purpose. We begin to know and understand His purpose for our lives through the guidance and teaching of the indwelling Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit guides the child of God in the Word of God to “be transform by the renewing of your mind” (Rom 12:2) to conform our thinking and our attitude to the thinking and attitude of Christ. The mind of Christ was to glorify the Father (Jn 17:4), to humble Himself before the Father (Phil 2:8), and to serve the Father’s will (Lk 22:42). Jesus and the Father are One (Jn 10:30) and His desire for us is to be one with He and the Father ((Jn 17:22). Dear friend, if we want the mind of Christ to dwell richly within us, we too must submit and obey the will of the Father through Jesus Christ. Begin anew and afresh each day in the word of God. Give yourself to abide in His word and “walk in Spirit, and…not fulfill the lust of the flesh” (Gal 5:16). Soon, the mind “which was also in Christ Jesus” will “be in you” so that you love the Father, live to serve Him, and to love the brethren. My friend, do you desire for your life to reflect the mind of Christ living in you? Come to the Father and “set your mind on things above” (Col 3:2) where Christ is, and you will see Him do great and mighty things in your faith, your love for others, and your fellowship with His church. Father thank You for Your love and the transforming power of Your word. Lead me to walk in the light as You are in the light, to have fellowship with You and unity with other believers (1 Jn 1:7). In the blessed Name of Jesus. Amen.