I give thanks to my God for every remembrance of you, 

always praying with joy for all of you in my every prayer,

because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.

I am sure of this,

that he who started a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Philippians 1:3-6 CSB

My tendency in this time of restricted movement is to look inward, how this affects me.

Paul's heart is so outward, so others oriented that while his movement is restricted he's praying for his people. 

Giving thanks for his people, people he has journeyed with, those who've been part of his journey with God.

He had to write or dictate a letter, wait for someone trustworthy to collect it and deliver it. If Paul had access to all the communication technology we have he'd be firing of messages of love and encouragement in every way he could. 

And see what he is sure of?

That God is at work in you, good work, and there's more goodness to come. 

That surety comes from experience, that despite circumstances, God is at work. And there's more goodness to come.

My encouragement from Paul is to keep looking out, to encourage someone today, and to rest in the truth that God is at work in me.

#lovepeople

#ourGodisatworkinyouandthroughyou