Philippians 2:7-12

7but emptied himself by taking on the form of a slave, by looking like other men, and by sharing in human nature.

8He humbled himself, by becoming obedient to the point of death – even death on a cross!

9As a result God exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name,

10so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow – in heaven and on earth and under the earth –

11and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father.

12So then, my dear friends, just as you have always obeyed, not only in my presence but even more in my absence, continue working out your salvation with awe and reverence,