This week, Pastor Rudy continued our series through the Book of Philippians with a powerful message titled “Joyful Resistance – Finding Joy in Trials.” Teaching from Philippians 1:12–18, Pastor Rudy explored how the Apostle Paul, writing from prison, found unshakable joy even in suffering. Despite enduring beatings, imprisonment, and hardship, Paul reminded the church that joy grows in all circumstances — not just the good ones. His chains didn’t silence the Gospel; they advanced it.

Through Paul’s life and examples from Joseph, Job, and Habakkuk, Pastor Rudy showed that true joy isn’t dependent on comfort, success, or circumstances but on Christ’s unchanging character and presence. Even in the face of pain and uncertainty, we can find lasting peace in knowing that Jesus is enough.

This sermon calls us to live with boldness, compassion, and faith — to resist the world’s definition of happiness and instead embrace a joy rooted in Christ. Whether in seasons of loss, fear, or difficulty, we are invited to practice joyful resistance — standing firm in faith and allowing God to use our trials for His glory.