Lesson 489: Philippians 4:19
Philippians 4:19
The Blueprint — The Verse
And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.
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The Context — The History
Philippians 4 closes a letter written from chains yet overflowing with joy and contentment. The church faced anxiety and needed peace amid opposition to the gospel.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Paul urged rejoicing, gentleness, prayer with thanksgiving, and thinking on what is true and noble. He thanked the Philippians for sharing in his trouble, then assured them God would meet all their needs from His riches in glory in Christ.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Philippians 4:18
18I have received full payment and have more than enough. I am amply supplied, now that I have received from Epaphroditus the gifts you sent. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, pleasing to God.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Philippians 4:18) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Philippians 4:20
20To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Philippians 4:20) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- How does God's provision relate to His riches rather than your circumstances?
- What needs are you trusting God to meet?
- How do prayer and thanksgiving prepare the heart for contentment?