Paul’s constant prayer for believers was that God would give us his Spirit so that we can know the hope, riches, and power he has for us.
Although Paul’s circumstances were very difficult, he focused on bigger realities in which he rejoiced.
From all of eternity God held a secret, which he finally revealed through his church to all the heavenly beings.
Our little work of accepting each other in the church is part of the big work God is doing in the world.