Jesus' Playbook (From our 8-3-25 Worship)

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Sermon Summary – “Jesus’ Playbook”

Opening Illustration: Armando Galarraga’s Almost Perfect Game

• Story: Since 1901, only 24 “perfect games” have happened in Major League Baseball (27 batters up, 27 down).
• In 2010, pitcher Armando Galarraga had retired 26 batters when a blown umpire call at first base robbed him of perfection.
• His response: no anger, no argument—he stayed calm and respectful.
• Later, the umpire apologized in tears.
• Application: His response was Christ-like—similar to Jesus in 1 Peter 2:20-24 (when wronged, He did not retaliate).

Main Theme

• Last week: “Satan’s Playbook” — lies and tactics to destroy.
• This week: “Jesus’ Playbook” — truths and motives that guide Him.
• Text focus: Philippians 2:6-11.

Jesus’ Motivation & Modus Operandi (Philippians 2:6-11)

1. Selfless Motivation
   • Philippians 2:6: Though God, He didn’t grasp at equality with God.
   • Came to earth not to prove Himself but out of love.
2. Self-Emptying
   • Philippians 2:7: Left the Father’s side; became a servant, born in humble conditions.
3. Ultimate Humility
   • Philippians 2:8: Obedient to death—even crucifixion.
4. God’s Exaltation
   • Philippians 2:9-11: Exalted because He wasn’t self-seeking; every knee will bow.

Jesus’ Rolodex of Truths

For Those Who Don’t Care About God

1. Repent or perish – Luke 13:3,5.
2. I won’t force you – Romans 1:24-28.
3. My kindness is to lead you home – Romans 2:4.
4. I take no pleasure in your death – Ezekiel 33:11.
5. I don’t want you to perish – 2 Peter 3:9.
6. Satan is a liar – John 8:44-45.
7. I care for you – John 10:11-13.

For Those Outside Christ but Seeking

1. I came to seek & save you – Luke 19:10.
2. Come to Me, I’ll never cast you out – John 6:37.
3. I’ll give you rest – Matthew 11:28-30.
4. You’re not too dirty to be cleansed – Isaiah 1:18.
5. You’re not too broken to be restored – Psalm 51:17; 34:18.
6. You must be born again – John 3:3-5; Acts 2:37-38.
7. Heaven will rejoice over you – Luke 15:7.
8. I’ve been watching and waiting – Luke 15:20.

For Christians

1. I don’t want to condemn you – Romans 8:1; 1 Timothy 2:3-4.
2. Satan has already lost—don’t listen to him – Revelation 12:9-10.
3. You’re different—show it – 2 Corinthians 5:17; Ephesians 2:10; Matthew 5:13-14.
4. You need other Christians & they need you – Hebrews 10:23-25.
5. When I discipline you, it’s out of love – Hebrews 12:5-6.
6. You don’t have to be perfect, but you must be faithful – 1 John 1:7-9; Joel 2:12-13.
7. We’ll spend eternity together—bring others – Matthew 28:19-20.

Conclusion – Philippians 2:1-5

• Be united, humble, selfless, and look to the interests of others.
• Goal: Have the mind of Christ in how we think, act, and respond.
• Invitation: Wherever you are in your spiritual journey—indifferent, seeking, or a believer—God loves you and calls you to Him today.