Join Senior Minister Chris Gregg in part 2 of the "Forward with Joy" series as he dives into Philippians 1:12-18, uncovering the hidden truth about lasting joy and the advance of the gospel in unexpected circumstances. Discover how Paul's imprisonment fueled boldness, unity, and rejoicing, offering clarity for your new year priorities. Keywords: Philippians joy, gospel advance, lasting joy, biblical truth, new year reflection, Christian sermon, faith in trials.

In this episode of the FCC Brazil podcast, Chris explores how God uses obstacles for progress, imperfect people for His mission, and sovereign work for intentional joy. Whether facing restrictions or rivalries, center your life on what matters most—the proclamation of Christ.

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Video Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to Lasting Joy

02:15 - God's Use of Circumstances (Philippians 1:12-14)

08:30 - Gospel Over Motives (Philippians 1:15-17)

14:45 - Choosing Joy in Truth (Philippians 1:18)

20:10 - New Year Application and Prayer

Special thanks to our production team and Senior Minister Chris Gregg for this insightful message.