"Called to suffer, give us hope in our calling": Philippians part 2 (Kate Sampson)
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In Part 2* of our series on Philippians, Kate Sampson explores Chapter 1, verses 12 to 30. Given that suffering seems to be an inevitable part of the Christian life, how are we to face it? Paul's example can give us hope and confidence to undergo the suffering that is an inevitable part of following in Christ's steps. * Part 1, on verses 1 to 11, was lost to the mists of time.
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