How can you die and live afterwards? How can you sacrifice yourself for the benefit of humanity?
Today, former President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Roa Duterte, has been detained at Villamor Air Base. News reports says that an arrest warrant was issued by the International Criminal Court because of his war on drugs. FPRRD said that he did it to protect the Filipino people. He submitted himself to authorities and will face it as a lawyer. He is not afraid because He is willing to die for his country. He is willing to go to hell as long as his people live in paradise.
This is also experienced by Paul when he wrote to the church people in Philippi in prison. He send letters to encourage the church to continue with their evangelism works. He assured them on how God will protect them. He emphasized on finding joy despite the hardships.
In the 1st chapter verse 21, Paul says : "For me to live in Christ and to die is gain." Paul emphasize that it is in his sufferings that he can enjoy living a life with Jesus Christ. It is only through the grace of God. If we accept Jesus as our Lord and Savior, then we can live according to His purpose.
Are you willing to lose your old life and start a new life with Christ?
Are you ready to die in order to live?
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