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.
Christians need to walk wisely by being filled in the Holy Spirit.
When we fulfill the roles assigned to us by God, both children and parents end up happier.
In our worship service today, we received new members and baptized new believers, two of whom told their stories of becoming Christians. In Romans...