The Gospel Advances Through Hardship

Pastor Kim continues the Philippians series, focusing on chapter 1:12-18. He explains how Paul's imprisonment in Rome, rather than hindering the gospel, advanced it dramatically—making Christ's name known among the elite Praetorian Guard and encouraging other believers to preach boldly. Despite some preaching from impure motives like envy or rivalry, Paul rejoices whenever Christ is proclaimed. The sermon challenges listeners to adopt Paul's mindset: viewing trials as opportunities for gospel progress, shifting focus from personal circumstances to God's eternal purposes, and rejoicing continually in Christ's advancement regardless of motives or hardships.

在本次关于《腓立比书》第1章的教导中,金恩浩牧师(Anthony Kim)探讨了“属神的视角”如何将

个人的试炼转化为属灵成长的契机。通过查考使徒保罗在罗马受监禁的经历,金牧师论证了内在

的喜乐与使命并不受制于外部环境。本次礼拜有力地提醒我们:上帝能使用我们最沉重的“枷锁”

来兴旺祂的国度,并激励他人的信心。