In Galatians 2:1-14, Paul continued his personal story about his interaction with the leaders in Jerusalem, relating that they completely supported his message and ministry. He recounted these events in detail in order to defend the gospel and protect the unity of the church. It is still true today that we can maintain unity amidst great cultural diversity only if we hold on to the one and only gospel.
God delights to bring deliverance through unlikely people and in surprising ways.
When it looked like God had forgotten his people, he remembered his covenant promises.
As Paul waited in prison, he was able to rejoice in two certain outcomes because of his view of life and death.
