Philippians 1:15-18 (NIV): It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill. 16 The latter do so out of love, knowing that I am put here for the defense of the gospel. 17 The former preach Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing that they can stir up trouble for me while I am in chains. 18 But what does it matter? The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this, I rejoice.

HOW TO NOT LET MEAN PEOPLE SUCK THE JOY OUT OF YOU

Have you ever encountered someone that just seemed to live to make your life miserable?

Yep. Me, too.

Paul knew what we were going through. He experienced the same thing while in prison in Rome awaiting trial. There were people who were traveling around Rome trying to tear down everything that Paul worked so hard to build.

Why? Listen to today's 2:30 episode to hear this fascinating story!

PREVIOUS EPISODES IN THE SIMPLE TRUTH THROUGH PHILIPPIANS

Introduction to Philippians
Philippians 1:1 (Part 1)
Philippians 1:1 (Part 2)
Philippians 1:2
Philippians 1:3-4
Philippians 1:5
Philippians 1:6
Philippians 1:7
Philippians 1:8-9
Philippians 1:9-10
Philippians 1:10
Philippians 1:11
Philippians 1:12
Philippians 1:13
Philippians 1:14

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