In this passage the apostle Paul explains to us how :

1. the Christian must follow the apostolic teaching and example.

2. the Christian must exercise his potential to be an encouraging example to other believers, just as Paul’s example of faithfulness in the midst of suffering encourages the Philippians. 

3. the Christian must have a burden for the progress of the Gospel, supporting such work in every way he can. 

4. the Christian must trust to God’s providence in the midst of adversity, for God’s grace is always sufficient to help in the midst of great trial. 

5. the Christian must keep on bearing fruit, as these Philippians did, for our service is a sweet-smelling sacrifice to God.

6. Finally, those who are trusting Christ in all circumstances, no matter what the difficulties, will not be overwhelmed, and will be able to do all things through Christ who strengthens them .

Britain was delivered from a powerful enemy in 1945. Ultimate victory was achieved. In 1940 the nation being invaded and overrun was a distinct possibility and the most likely outcome, but a humbled people prayed. In fact, during WW2 there were 12 national days of prayer. We can only understand our nation's deliverance in the context of the precious word of God, the Bible, and its teachings on the providence of God.

This was a sermon preached on May 7th 2025 at Penn Free Methodist Church, UK by Pastor Peter Simpson.

This podcast sets forth the gospel of Jesus Christ as Britain's only hope, discussing the state of the nation in the light of the teachings of the Bible.

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This is an evangelistic message based on Ezekiel 18:30, preached in a bustling Slough High Street in June 2023.

For further details on Pastor Simpson's work please go to: https://www.facebook.com/britainsonlyhope

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