Phil and Erin discuss how many of their faith and life mentors were shaped by time in prison. Some deserved to be there and some didn’t, but the common thread was that each of them were shaped for the better by their time of suffering because of how they went through it. Suffering holds within it the invitation to grow, learn, and expand in some beautiful ways.
Scripture References (NIV)
Hebrews 12:1-3 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.”
Romans 8:28 – “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”
Philippians 1:21-26 – “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. If I am to go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. Yet what shall I choose? I do not know! I am torn between the two: I desire to depart and be with Christ, which is better by far; but it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body. Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, so that through my being with you again your boasting in Christ Jesus will abound on account of me.”
Things We Referenced
7 Men – Eric Metaxas
The Book of Joy – Dalai Lama & Desmond Tutu
Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy – Eric Metaxas
Prison Fellowship Website-https://www.prisonfellowship.org/about/chuckcolson/
Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru – Tony Robbins (Netflix)
