Today’s passage draws us into the heart of Paul’s letter to the Philippians, written from a Roman prison cell. Despite his chains and the uncertainty of his future, Paul’s focus is not on his own suffering, but on the flourishing and unity of the church. He models a life that is not self-centered, but Christ-centered, urging believers to live in a way that reflects the humility and love of Jesus. Paul’s joy, even in dire circumstances, is rooted in his unwavering confidence in Christ and his desire to see others grow in faith.