By His Imprisonment, Others Were Freed {Memorize Philippians 1:14-15}

Not only did others hear, the believers grew more sure of their faith.

This can be a result of hardships.

Memorize This Week

14 And most of the brothers, having become confident in the Lord by my imprisonment, are much more bold to speak the word without fear.
15 Some indeed preach Christ from envy and rivalry, but others from good will.
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Philippians 1:14-15

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Encourage Others

Strengthening others’ faith was part of the apostle Paul’s testimony. As a result of his imprisonment, others were freed. Free to speak the word with boldness. They were confident that Jesus would be enough for them, too.

Can our hardships have similar results? When difficulties intersect our lives, can others be strengthened? How did that happen with Paul?

• Paul didn’t cave when he was wrongly accused.
• He didn’t give in to bitterness.
• He didn’t turn his back on God.

Paul just faithfully stayed true to his message. About righteousness through Jesus. About flourishing in love. About thanking God in all things.

That’s a testimony we can copy. That’s how we, too, can give courage to others.