Philippians 1:12-14 - 'Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14Because of my chains, most of the brothers in the Lord have been encouraged to speak the word of God more courageously and fearlessly.'
This portion is selected from Paul's letter to Philippians.
What faith is it that can tell, "Its doesn't matter if I am in chains; let His will be done'. Paul reiterates to the believers of Philippi that God cares and He is in check of the situation. Despite being chained he felt the power of deliverance that came from the cross.
If we carefully observe, we find Paul not as a captive but captain, not a person in prison but a person in possibility, not seeking pity from others but encouraging others. He stands as a powerful witness; who stood the test of times, faithfully serving the Savior and Lord Jesus Christ.
Dear friends, please appreciate the fact that our testing times can be our testimony time. Stay rooted in His word. Be on fire for the one who was trampled and crushed so that you and I may live forever. To be appreciative, contended and feel the peace of God like Paul under every circumstance, we need to learn to abide in Him and His word both during the high and low tides of our lives.
May this meditation urge us to testify and speak the word of God more courageously and fearlessly.
'Catch on fire with the Spirit and Word of God and people will come from miles to watch you burn for Him' - John Wesley
2 comments:
Wonderful beginning to ur entry into blogging!And let this post, reach out and make difference to smone like it did to me. God bless ya :)
Here is my 2 cents ..
Job 23:10 says "But he knoweth the way that I take: when he hath tried me, I shall come forth as gold". We are as human beings we tend to hate testing times and trials. But God has a purpose in it. He wants us to learn from these trails and put us on solid rock and that we may abide in his love forever.
Sherine, Good start indeed !! Keep up the good spirit. Looking forward to see more posts. God Bless You (Gen 28:3)
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