5 The attitude you should have is the same as that of Christ Jesus. 6 Though in his nature he was always God, he wasn’t concerned to cling onto his equality with God. 7 Instead he emptied2:7. Indicating that Jesus chose to "empty" himself of his divine powers. himself, taking the nature of a servant, becoming like a human being. 8 Coming in human form, humbling himself, he submitted himself to death—even death on a cross.
9 That’s why God placed him in the position of greatest honor and power, and gave him the most prestigious name— 10 so that in the name of Jesus everyone should bow in respect, whether in heaven or on earth or under the earth, 11 and all will declare that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.