"The true test of any action lies in its motive. Many a deed which seems to be glorious is really mean and ignoble because it is done with a base intention. While other actions which appear to be poor and paltry, if we truly understood them, would be seen to be full of the glory and beauty of a noble purpose." CH Spurgeon
Philippians is the "Joy" letter from Paul while he's in jail. Why can he focus on joy and the preaching of the gospel in jail, because his motivation isn't about himself, but about God. Our motives are just as critical when we act. So join me in reading Philippians 1 and be encouraged!
