Paul reported to the Philippians that his being in prison in Rome had actually produced the positive benefit of encouraging more preaching of the gospel. There were, no doubt, some who preached from bad motives, but Paul rejoiced anyway. In fact, he had a reason to rejoice, not only in prison but also in all circumstances, whether positive or negative, in life and even in death.
Just like us, the people of Jesus’ day spent much of their time laboring for things that perish. Just like us, they often found...
After noting how little the people had accomplished, in Haggai 2:1-9 God told them to be strong because of his presence with them.
After ruling out the possibility of being right with God through the law, Paul presented the only way – through faith in Jesus Christ.