Paul is in prison, chained for the Gospel of Christ. At this moment, he displays his deep love for the Philippian people and embraces his dire circumstances as an opportunity to bring Christ glory.

How do we get to the spiritual space like this? How can we suffer well?

Paul had hope beyond his circumstances. He knew that if he died, he would be with Christ forever, and if he lived, he would continue to serve Christ with his work.

His life was focused on two things: Making much of Jesus and knowing that this world was only temporary.