Paul told the Philippians he wanted to know ‘the fellowship of sharing in Christ’s sufferings.’ Throughout his ministry he endured terrible sufferings—so why would he desire more of it, and to revel in it? It’s here that Paul declares the great and seemingly crazy yearning of Christians—one that’s been horrendously misunderstood for centuries…
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‘God Never Wastes Your Suffering’ (Phil. 1:12-14)
…and He never will. He’s always working—and, according to Paul, does His best when we’re at our worst. Includes a very special Veteran’s Day tribute by Gen. Jan Johnson (Ret.). You will be blessed.
‘Paul in Prison: The Worst of Times, The Best of Times’ (Philippians 1:1-13)
For the Philippians, Paul in prison was the worst that could happen; for Paul—and the Gospel—it was the best, and he told the Philippians so. He even told them to rejoice. But how do you do that…?