Read Philippians 1:12–17
Because of my chains, most of the brothers in the Lord have been
encouraged to speak the word of God more courageously and
fearlessly. Philippians 1:14

Sometimes God has to put “chains” on His people to get them to
accomplish a pioneer advance that could never happen any other way.
Young parents may feel chained to the home as they care for their children, but God can use those “chains” to reach people with the message of salvation. Susannah Wesley was the mother of nineteen children, before the days of labor saving devices and disposable diapers! Out of that large family came John and Charles Wesley, whose combined ministries shook the British Isles.

At six weeks of age, Fanny Crosby was blinded, but even as a youngster
she determined not to be confined by the chains of darkness. In time, she
became a mighty force for God through her hymns and gospel songs.
The secret is this: When we have the single mind, we look upon our
circumstances as God-given opportunities for the furtherance of the gospel, and we rejoice at what God is going to do instead of complaining about what God did not do.

Something to Ponder
What are some ways in which you feel chained? What are some ways you can overcome your chains and become a better witness for God?