Paul's ministry involved him being imprisoned on a few occasions. In this state of suffering, the gospel continued to spread in the area and beyond, even to Caesar's household and the guards. Upon seeing Paul's suffering in prison, but his boldness in proclaiming the gospel, others became more aggressive in their effects to spread the truth of the gospel in Christ. There were the ones who preached the gospel, yet were seeking self-glorification. Paul had the proper perspective: grow the gospel. The mission is to be made like Christ by glorifying him for the advancement of the gospel. Our circumstances do not limit the hand of God.

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