Facing trials is like wind battering a sturdy tree that bends but doesn’t break. Today, Pastor Bill reveals Paul’s resolve amid chains and tribulation. He knew jail, bondage, and hardship awaited, yet none of it swayed him. Those things might distract, distress, or even discourage at times. But they wouldn’t alter his path. Paul pressed on to finish his race with joy. God can help you stand firm in the face of scary circumstances. How do you stay committed to finishing strong despite life’s distractions?