Hope Sabbath School
Persecuted But Not Forsaken
We begin a new series based on letters from Paul while under house arrest in Rome. This lesson shows how God used Paul's chains to share the gospel through Philippians and Colossians. Even in hardship, Paul reminds us that God’s people are never alone.
Paul’s letters from house arrest in Rome to the believers in Philippi and Colossae reveal powerful lessons for God’s people today. Though chained, Paul saw himself as Christ’s ambassador, reminding us that even in suffering, God’s presence and purpose remain with us. These inspired messages remind us that God continues to work through us, regardless of our circumstances.
Host
Pastor Derek Morris
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