Light Reflection-Philippians 1:12-14 Courage

JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Light Reflection is from Philippians 1:12 to 14.

The Apostle Paul said, “I want you to know that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel. As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. And because of my chains, most of the brothers and sisters have become confident in the Lord and dare all the more to proclaim the gospel without fear.”

The persecution of the early believers is a powerful testimony of Jesus Christ, moving in their lives. They were witnesses to His resurrection from the dead, and continued to proclaim Jesus as Lord whether their audience was receptive or hostile to their message.

Billy Graham has said, that “courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened.”

This Light Reflection inspires us to stand for Jesus with a courageous faith in the Year to Shine.

John Shirk

john@wjtl.com