Pastor’s Corner – October 19, 2023
Words of Encouragement from Paul (III)
About fifteen years after the death and resurrection of Jesus, Paul writes a letter to the first house church he founded in Macedonia (northern Greece), in the city of Philippi. Paul is writing from prison, uncertain about his survival. And yet, this letter is marked by gratitude and a spirit of joy and rejoicing in Christ.
Like Paul, we know what it’s like to face adversity and uncertainty. May Paul’s words of encouragement bring hope and renewal of joy and faith to you.
In the second chapter of Philippians, we find this wisdom: It is God who is at work in you, enabling you both to will and to work for his good pleasure (Philippians 2:13).
No matter how difficult life gets remember that God is still at work in your life. Since God is the source of good, don’t blame God for the adversity you are facing. God is still with you, working to bring good even in a bad situation. Open your heart to God’s good presence and choose the path of the greatest good.
Try this advice from Paul and see if you discover the gift of encouragement.
Yours in Christ,
Marc
