Daily Scripture Reflection & Prayer: November 3,2026

LECTIO - Read Scripture Text:   Philippians 2:5-11

Have among yourselves the same attitude that was in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God something to be grasped. Rather, he emptied himself, and took upon himself the form of a servant, coming in human likeness, and found human in appearance. He humbled himself, becoming obedient to death, even death on a cross. Because of this, God greatly exalted him and gave to him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee shall bow of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

MEDITATIO - Meditate on text, allow the LORD to touch us with His Word:

Can I empty myself of pride and let go of status? Can I embrace Christ’s sense of servant?

BREAKING OPEN THE TEXT:

Today’s first reading from Paul’s Letter to the Philippians, we are reminded of Christ’s self-emptying for love of the Father and love of us. Paul focuses on Jesus’ servanthood and obedience to the Father. Finally, Paul sets before us the exaltation by the Father of His beloved Son and the call to confess Jesus Christ as Lord to the glory of he Father.

ORATIO – Lifting our minds and hearts to the LORD in prayer:

Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior, You emulate for us the Way. Teach us to have your mind, your heart, your humility. Send the Spirit to empty us of our egos and to stir up within us the urge to serve. In the Spirit, mold us so that we might take on the form of servants. Grace us so that we might be able to pick up our own crosses and follow You, surrendering to the will of the Father, as You do. With every being on earth and in heaven, let us pay You homage as Lord to the glory of God the Father. Amen,

CONTEMPLATIO – Sitting with the LORD in silence for a minute or more