4-2-23 Pastor Tim Baker "Contentment in All Things" Philippians 4:10-13

As we consider Paul's words in these verses, we need to remember that his circumstances are anything but good. Paul is imprisoned in Rome, chained to Roman guards who serve in Caesar's household. He is awaiting trial where his own life is at stake, confined under house arrest, unable to move about with freedom. Two year of incarceration would make any man feel like a caged lion held against his will. Local pastors in Rom have engaged in a smear campaign against Paul, envious of his teaching gifts. And to make things worse, Paul has to pay rent on the house he is being held captive in. When the church at Philippi heard of his predicament, they quickly sent him a financial gift by way of their trusted friend Epaphroditus. As Paul writes his thanks to the Philippians, he assures them he is content in his circumstances, rather than being crushed by them. YouTube https://www.youtube.com/live/x0KojABkyFo?si=ibusrpnmM2_PBZ8j Website https://www.bethanybaptistchurch.com/sermons