Selah! There is a reason why Paul is reminding the Philippians about what it took for the Eternal Christ (the beloved Son of the Living God) to visit earth in a human suit.
Paul's purpose here is to highlight the mind of Christ and invite, even appeal to his audience to emulate the Character of Jesus Christ. Focusing only on verses 7-8 here, it is clear that Paul wants the reader to appreciate the legendary humility it took for Christ to become a man. Earlier in the text we are told that He did not look at His equality with the Father as something to cling unto "7 BUT Emptied Himself..." This unique humble attitude of Christ was further proven or established by His unwavery obedience unto death, EVEN DEATH ON A CROSS.
It is no secret that death by crucifixion was at the time not only the most gruesome way a person could die but also the most shameful way ever imaginable. As the Eternal Word of God and an effective member of the Godhead, He should have died in a dignified way, isn't it? Why should He have died like a common criminal, with zero dignity or reverence? Well, come to think about it, this is the same way he came into this world, isn't it? (Born in a manger, selah!)
In case you haven't got it yet, Jesus Christ is the epitome of HUMILITY and those who claim to be His Generals, Disciples, Sherpherds, Followers, Worshippers, Servants, Ministers, Apostles, Prophets, etc... We all should display this unique Character and quality when observed "Humility unto Death (the death of self)." From the way we talk, walk, act and live our lives, the true people of Christ are extremely Humble like our Master - the Lamb of God.
Arrogance can only be found in the people of the one who said to himself "I will be like the most high." (Isaiah 14: 12-14)
Happy Easter week Y'all!
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