Journey--Leave a mark: Through struggle

Philippians 1:13-14 | For everyone here, including the whole palace guard, knows that I am in chains because of Christ. And because of my imprisonment, most of the believers here have gained confidence and boldly speak God’s message without fear.

• What struggle was Paul experiencing? 

• How did Paul leave a mark on his guards while he was in prison? 

  • What did he point them to? 

  • How might this have been the same or different from others in prison? 

• How would the believers Paul referenced have felt about their friend being in prison? 

  • What mark does Paul leave on them through this experience? 

  • How is this possible when Paul is facing such a terrible situation? 

•  How do your struggles leave a mark on others? 

  • What mark have you left on others during past struggles? 

  • How can you make sure future struggles in your life leave a Jesus-shaped mark on others?