As Paul waited in prison, he was able to rejoice in two certain outcomes because of his view of life and death.
God is free to define Israel, to show mercy or wrath, and to add to Israel from the nations.
Children should obey their parents in the Lord while their parents nurture them in the education and correction of the Lord.
Although the first anointed king tried to kill the second one, the Lord protected his anointed, as he always does.