"Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself . . ." (Philippians 2:5-7a)

These ancient words offer a guide for modern Christians wrestling with their privileged place in an unequal and unjust world. The Kenosis Hymn (as this passage quoted by the apostle Paul is known) celebrates Jesus for his willingness to forego the divine glory that he is due, instead humbling himself to serve the oppressed and outcast of his society.

Through a combination of in-depth Bible study and social analysis, Filled to Be Emptied invites readers to explore the hymn verse by verse and see Jesus' self-emptying example as a model for privileged people to see their advantages not "as something to be exploited" but as something to be laid aside to seek the good of others. Brandan J. Robertson walks readers through a step-by-step process of identifying their privilege, exploring their privilege, and ultimately leveraging their privilege as a tool for the liberation and redemption of the world. Filled to Be Emptied is an essential book for all followers of Christ who are seeking to live lives of justice.

About the Author
Brandan J. Robertson is a noted author, activist, and public theologian. He is the author or contributing author to fifteen books, including The Gospel of Inclusion and True Inclusion. Robertson served as the Senior Pastor of Missiongathering Christian Church in San Diego, California, from 2017-2021 and currently leads Metanoia, a digital faith community. Robertson holds a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Ministry and Theology from Moody Bible Institute, a Master of Theological Studies from Iliff School of Theology, and a Master in Political Science from Eastern Illinois University.


Book Information
ISBN 9780664267247
Author Brandan J. Robertson
Format Paperback
Page Count 164
Imprint Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S.
Publisher Westminster/John Knox Press,U.S.
Weight(grams) 454g