Chunks: Paul's Letter to the Philippians

As suggested in an earlier episode, we can’t seem to help comparing ourselves to others. Often, we see ourselves as better and look for subtle or not-so-subtle ways to brag. Those who would undermine the gospel might think themselves religiously superior in some way. Paul has strongly advocated for humility; how could he argue against such people? Ironically, he does so by playing the bragging game and turning it on its head.