Philippians 2:23 – How Things Go

Draw a picture of Paul sitting on a stone floor facing Jesus, the risen Christ. Paul's old head is bowed and his hands are uplifted, palms up. He is in prayer.

I hope, therefore, to send him as soon as I see how things go with me.

Summary: Waiting to see how things go requires patience. Looking closely at Paul’s story reveals a man who had learned to wait.   

In this passage, Paul appears to be waiting on some news. He has mentioned that he is in chains (Philippians 1:7), suggesting that he is in prison or house arrest. Maybe he is waiting on his court date? 

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