One of the realities of living in our world is that adversity is a common experience which everyone faces sooner or later; and often, negative emotions like fear, sadness, despair and depression accompany it. When adversity comes, does a Christian have to remain stuck in those negative emotions though? In this message from Philippians, we see that the answer to this question is a resounding ’No”. Using Paul’s life of adversity as an example, the sermon examines three keys to finding joy in the midst of adversity - and that which gave Paul joy despite many and various trials and tests is available to every person who is in relation with Jesus Christ.
Three Keys to Joy in Adversity
Philippians 1:12-26
February 21, 2021 • Mike Burchfield