Phili 1:12 | MHM | STEP | The Apostle's Success and Joy. In this section, Paul explains why the Philippians should not be discouraged by his suffering and imprisonment. He wants them to see that God is using even his troubles to help spread the gospel. Paul’s attitude teaches us to trust God’s plan, even when things seem difficult or confusing. v. 12 : Paul tells the Philippians that his troubles have actually helped the gospel to spread, not stop it. He says, The things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel (Philippians 1:12 ). Even though he is in prison, God is using this situation for good. Paul reminds them that people can try to stop him, but they cannot stop God’s message (2 Timothy 2:9 ).

‏ Philippians 1:12

The Apostle's Success and Joy.

In this section, Paul explains why the Philippians should not be discouraged by his suffering and imprisonment. He wants them to see that God is using even his troubles to help spread the gospel. Paul’s attitude teaches us to trust God’s plan, even when things seem difficult or confusing.

v. 12: Paul tells the Philippians that his troubles have actually helped the gospel to spread, not stop it. He says, The things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel (Philippians 1:12 ^a). Even though he is in prison, God is using this situation for good. Paul reminds them that people can try to stop him, but they cannot stop God’s message (2 Timothy 2:9 ^b).