Most of us can quote the golden rule: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. In this message, Chip explains what he calls the Platinum Rule: Do unto others as God has already done unto you. It's step one in the process of how we choose love.

Introduction: “What’s going on?”

• One of God’s greatest joys is to see His children LOVE EACH OTHER.
• A prayer that only you can answer -John 17
• Paul commands what Jesus prayed -Philippians 2:1-2

Structure of passage:

The context

• Conflict without - Philippians 1:29-30
• Conflict within -Philippians 4:2

The command

• Live in authentic, Christ-empowered unity -Philippians 2:1-2

The structure

• If you have any encouragement in Christ,
• If any comfort from His love.
• If any fellows ...