God’s Perspective - All Our Daily Bread Daily Devotionals for 2026

Our Daily Bread - Saturday, May 3, 2025
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God’s Perspective

Bible in a Year : 1 Kings 14-15, Luke 22:21-46

I want you to know . . . what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel.
Philippians 1:12

Today's Scripture & Insight : Philippians 1:12-18

In 2018, pastor Tan Flippin had a cycling accident that landed him in the hospital with fractures to his hip. When the doctors ordered a CT scan to check for a concussion, they discovered a large malignant tumour on the front of his brain. The discovery led to a long medical journey with more masses found and extensive treatments performed—including a bone marrow transplant. Flippin believes that “God allowed the accident for my brain tumour to be found.”

Paul told the Philippians that God can use accidents and other adversities for His glory. The apostle was under Roman house arrest, awaiting trial for a capital offence before the emperor Nero. Rather than being sad, Paul rejoiced. How could he be joyful? He counted being “in chains for Christ” (Philippians 1:13) as a privilege (v. 29). Next, looking at his adversity from God’s perspective, Paul said, “What has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel” (v. 12). He used his incarceration as an opportunity to share the gospel with the guards chained to him. Finally, as he preached the good news of Jesus while in bondage, his example encouraged other believers “to proclaim the gospel without fear” (v. 14).

When adversity comes, let’s trust God’s perspective and believe that—even from what’s difficult—He can bring something good.

By: Marvin Williams

Reflect & Pray
How did you respond to a recent challenging situation? How can you embrace God’s point of view and see Him working it out for good?

Heavenly Father, please use my challenging moments to bring out Your will in my life.
God’s Perspective

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