The Joys Christ Gives His Suffering People

The Joys Christ Gives His Suffering People
Philippians 1:12-18
Rev. Chris Strevel

l. Joys that Past, Present, and Future in God's Hands.
A. Past troubles have advanced the gospel
B. Present Bonds are emboldening Believers
C. Future outcome will magnify Christ
ll. Joy that Survives and Thrives in Suffering.
A. He did not draw attention to Himself
B. A prisoner who talked of Christ
C. A privilege to defend the truth of Christ
D. Certain that Christ shall be exalted
lll. Joy that Christ is Preached.
A. Christ preached with different motives
B. However Christ preached, I rejoice
C. Not rivalry or dominance, but Christ magnified