Philippians 1:12-14
“Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that what has happened to me actually served to advance the gospel. As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. And because of my chains, most of the brothers and sisters have become confident in the Lord and dare all the more to proclaim the gospel without fear.”
As a result of Paul’s radical obedience he saw several things happen right before his eyes!
1- His Perspective left a lasting impression
Everyone from the prison guards to those in prison couldn’t believe how Paul was handling everything.
They watched Paul and how he acted as much as what he said!
2- The Chains he was in for Christ caused others to gain Freedom.
Ironically he was shackled for Jesus yet he was free in Christ!
His gratitude and love for God motivated him to spread the Gospel and win others for Christ.
3- Paul was a witness to the un-believer as well as the believer.
His joy could not be contained and he refused to stop telling others about Jesus.
Paul inspired all of us and by his obedience he helped change the world!
Brian Stephens 