{"href":"https://api.simplecast.com/oembed?url=https%3A%2F%2Fvertical.simplecast.com%2Fepisodes%2Fteaching-april-27-26-v89NtsS7","width":444,"version":"1.0","type":"rich","title":"The Way of Jesus | Philippians 2:1-11 | Nathan Hughes","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_url":"https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/9689ac23-2320-4b64-bf07-a443a5ebe021/590f58dc-6831-43e1-9c7c-294ad5ac4cc3/philippians_square.jpg","thumbnail_height":300,"provider_url":"https://simplecast.com","provider_name":"Simplecast","html":"<iframe src=\"https://player.simplecast.com/23273d68-d6e6-4262-973c-b9afcbee1b11\" height=\"200\" width=\"100%\" title=\"The Way of Jesus | Philippians 2:1-11 | Nathan Hughes\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"></iframe>","height":200,"description":"What does real unity look like in the Church? And why does it feel so hard to live out?\n\nIn Week 3 of our series, we walk through Philippians 2 and uncover a truth that cuts deeper than behavior: the greatest threat to unity isn’t preference—it’s pride. And the answer isn’t trying harder—it’s becoming like Jesus.\n\nPaul doesn’t just call us to humility as an idea. He gives us humility as a Person.\n\nThis message explores:\n\nWhy selfish ambition and empty glory destroy relationships\nThe difference between “a mind like mine” and the mind of Christ\nHow the gospel reshapes us from the inside out\nWhy the pattern of Jesus is always cross before crown\nWhat it actually looks like to “bow lower” in everyday life\n\nIf you’ve ever struggled with comparison, needing approval, protecting your image, or just feeling exhausted trying to be a better person—this message is for you.\n\nBecause the Christian life isn’t about performing humility…\nIt’s about surrendering to the One who already lived it perfectly.\n\nKey Scripture: Philippians 2:1–11\nSeries: Living a Life Worthy of the Gospel\n\n—\n\nNext Steps:\nIf you’re new or looking to get connected, join us for Vertical Up Close—your next step to discover the heart of our church and find your place.\n\nStay Connected:\nWebsite: https://livevertical.tv\n\nInstagram: https://instagram.com/liveverticaltv\n\nFacebook: https://facebook.com/liveverticaltv"}