A Heart of Ministry

Over the last few chapters, Paul has been making a theological argument in an attempt to help these new Christians walk in the joy of sonship by the power of the Spirit.  In our passage, he shifts to a more pastoral tone.  He appeals to them to not return to slavery, even a new kind of slavery.  The great apostle shows us the heart of ministry as he again embraces suffering for their sake and for the sake of the gospel.