Many of us have seen some variation of these words in encouraging notes and cards, in art, on tshirts. He is the source of the power to do all things, even to grow while also enduring these intense times. The philippian church had sent a financial gift to paul the prisoner. After telling his audience that hes experienced both poverty and affluence, the apostle paul writes these wellknown words. I am able to do all things through him who strengthens me. Paul has learned this skill through his many trials and ministry experiences. Be aware, be warned, and be exhorted that, if we have any desire to overcome faults, if we sincerely desire to be in gods kingdom, if we desire to be like god and glorify him, we need to protect our relationship with him. The answer lies buried in the midst of a thankyou note. Its a statement that paul alludes to, many times in his letters epistles, including 2cor. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. I can do all things through christ who strengthens me.
Philippians 4 new international version niv closing appeal for steadfastness and unity. Paul learned the principle that jesus christ laid down in the gospel of john. We invite you to follow with us in your own bibles as we read. Enduring word bible commentary philippians chapter 4. By making a purposeful decision to be content, a believer can trust god to provide our true needs, and not be consumed with materialism or anxiety. It represents the ultimate and ideal consciousness of the christian.
Yet, this thank you memo quickly turns into an opportunity to stress a spiritual perspective which he himself had to learn, and one which he desperately desires them to learn. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. He can persevere, share the gospel, and be content in any situation. Just open pdf file, print, trim and display in any space or save the jpg file and send it to your local photo center to print. Christians should not complain the true meaning of philippians 4. I can do all things through him who strengthens me philippians 4. Jesus promises to provide contentment no matter what you face. We should look closely at the idea of all things here. See more ideas about bible, philippians 4 and bible verses. Can we really do all things through christ philippians 4. Christian athletes often quote this verse when they win a game, match, or event.
He implies an appeal to them to learn his secret for themselves. Although their statements are true, christ does strengthen believers to carry out their daily tasks, philippians 4. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. We are now coming to the last word in this letter of paul to the philippians. Philippians chapter 4 free online bible study lessons. Hitherto, indeed, he had only mentioned this work of love briefly and casually philippians 2. The book of philippians is an epistle, or an instructional letter, written by paul the apostle. I can do all things through him who strengthens me. There were others in philippi who also helped paul. Properly, i have strength in all things, rather according to the context to bear than to do.
I can do all things which must not be understood in the greatest latitude, and without any limitation. Philippians 4 new international version niv biblica. That calls to mind a passage often quoted by athletes, but frequently misunderstood. Carrying on his discourse with, paul now in conclusion adds, down to philippians 4. There is some debate as to where he was imprisoned most scholars say rome, but others say ephesus, but everyone agrees, he was in prison. The in the received text has in its favour d 3, e, f, g, j, k, and the syriac also, while some of the fathers read, and other forms occur, as in origen and others. Philippians, chapter 4 king james version christian. And the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life. If this is a favorite of yours, hang with meits meaning is actually better than most athletes realize. But the universal extension of the maxim beyond the immediate occasion and context is not inadmissible.
Despite his frequent need, and harsh treatment, paul joyfully declares his confidence that god will allow him to endure anything. We will be looking at chapter four to the end of the letter. Quotes tagged as philippians4 showing 12 of 2 i can do all things through christ who strengthens me. From looking at each occurrence given below, what are three things the philippians told to do with joy, and what 4 causes are the philippians given to rejoice or be joyful. Paul thanks the philippians for their support for him, both personal phil. Making stupid life choices and blaming it on philippians 4. Throughout the new testament, we see paul always striving to work in partnership with other christians, including barnabas acts.
A 4 day plan for finding hope amid lifes challenges. Philippians 4, new living translation nlt the bible app. Paul wants his readers to understand that he is dependent upon the lord, rather than their gifts, as valuable as they may be. Next chapter of philippians the book of philippians, chapter 4 we hope that you find the content of the book of philippians, chapter 4 from the douay rheims version of the catholic bible helpful to your bible studies and for references which allow you to read the books and individual verses of this chapter. Jesus doesnt give you the ability to fly or win football games or get a perfect score on the sat. The text of the new testament book of philippians 4.
The book of philippians was written by the apostle paul, around 62 ad, while he was in prison. Our wide selection is elegible for free shipping and free returns. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The word joy occurs six times in the book of philippians and the word rejoice eight times. This last note of the letter as might be expected is a very personal one as the apostle is writing to his friends far across the sea from him, and yet it. The epistle of paul to the philippians is written in the second person plural, except for the following verse. I recommend printing on card stock paper or photo paper. When we have christ in us, and were looking to do the best we can, the lord, who dwells in us, will enable us to whats needed, especially, when rel.
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