Pauls epistle to the philippians in six discussions. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. Sermons from philippians the life that wins philippians 1. The fact that paul waits to the very end of the letter to thank the philippians. Verse by verse commentaries by book precept austin. The book of philippians in six discussions chi alpha. He did not write that god might supply but that god shall supply. Philippians 4 new international version niv closing appeal for steadfastness and unity. Unfortunately, we often subtract it from its context and take it as a blank. Panel 4 panel 1 panel 2 panel 3 ages 36 march 22, 2020 philippians 4. Have family members take turns naming a need god has supplied. In chapter 3, paul spoke primarily about his own situation.
And he humbled you and let you hunger and fed you with manna, which you did not know, nor did your fathers know, that he might make you know that man does not live by bread alone, but man lives by every word that comes from the mouth of the lord. And you philippians yourselves know that in the beginning of the gospel, when i left macedonia, no church entered into partnership with me in giving and receiving, except you only. Poverty may not turn to immediate profitability, but jesus gives. But my god shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by christ. Most of us have read and heard this verse quoted many times. Philippans 4 11 i am not saying this because i am in need, for i have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. A scarlet thread used to remind me of something i need to remember. Yes, and i will continue to rejoice, 19 for i know that through your prayers and gods provision of the spirit of jesus christ what has happened to me will turn out. And my god will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in christ jesus. The philippians invested their bounty well since it got them such a glorious retu. Family edition storybook includes four key passages. Contextual overview 10 i rejoiced greatly in the lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. But the context is not just verses 1618 but the whole passage we looked at last week beginning at verse 10.
Financial management sermon by michael mccartney, philippians. The nature of true christian sympathy, is not only to feel concern for. We shouldnt think that the philippians were wealthy benefactors of paul who could easily spare the money. Your clothing did not wear out on you and your foot did not swell these forty years. Many preachers say essentially the same as one who wrote, this promise comes with a premise. Hardships for the christian can be heavy burdens to carry. Rather, the concept of need has to be considered according to gods will. As the 78yearold pastor maneuvered his car to a stop, a trucker pulled up behind him. Sermons from philippians keep believing ministries. The apostle john wrote these words in first john 2. After thanking the philippians for generously supporting him, the apostle paul writes, and my god will meet all your needs according to the. And this same god who takes care of me will supply all your needs from his glorious riches, which have been given to us in christ jesus. My definition of a scarlet thread reminder is this. You all is not only a good southern idiom, but it includes all the saints in philippi none are left out.
If any man love the world, the love of the father is not in him. Paul the philippians ith some as presented requests to god. What does that tell you about pauls perspective on their. I can do all things through him who strengthens me. The nature of true christian sympathy, is not only to feel concern for our friends in their troubles, but to do what we can to. Enduring word bible commentary philippians chapter 4. Need for patience every day, need for trust when darkwords to find. And my god will liberally supply fill to the full your every need according to his riches in glory in christ jesus. Why does paul place such an emphasis on the life of the mind 1. Joy this is the first of 19 occurrences of this word or. The first word in chapter 4the greek word hoste so that, so then, wherefore, thereforeconnects chapter 4 to chapter 3. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to god philippians 4.
Paul was rejoicing in the gift he had received from the philippian christians, but. Its what god does in return for the expression of your gift. Pauls epistle to the philippians in six discussions chi alpha new orleans 2008 discussion 2. Apr 06, 2014 and many preachers see this context and say that the promise in philippians 4. Are you sleeping my god will, my god will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in christ jesus.
Here he says he rejoiced in the lord for their concern. But when we bring them to the arms of the almighty they become light matthew 11. And my god will supply all your needs according to his riches in glory in christ jesus. This is not a promise of wealth, or even an easy life. Here paul does not have any sin to call the philippians out on, but praise for excelling in concern and generosity. Free instant download after checkout, simply click on the link and save the highresolution image to your phone or computer. But my god shall supply all your need, according to his riches in glory by christ jesus. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. Yet paul never thanks the philippians for their partnership with them.
Share with friends and family noncommercial use only. And my god shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by christ jesus. You see, it was the philippians who had sown gifts into pauls life. Need for grace to conquer sin, need for power the fight to win. It is a great promise to believers who are struggling with their circumstances. Philippians 4 resources multiple sermons and commentaries. Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world.
And my god shall fulfill all your necessities geneva. The paperback bible presents the bible by the book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. Why would this happen as a result of following pauls teaching and example. That this refers to the desire of the church to know what he possibly still needed hofmann, is a very. See how long you can go before you run out of ideas. The vulgate latin, syriac, and arabic versions, read these words as a wish or prayer, but may my god supply or fulfil all your need. They may rest assured, says paul, that what they have given to god will be amply repaid by. How does the mind fit into our experience of god, or our ability to live a life worthy of the gospel. The philippian church had sent a gift with epaphroditus to help paul 2. And my god will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in christ jesus. Many people think of philippians as a thank you letter. I am full, having received of epaphroditus the things which were sent from you, an odour of a sweet smell, a sacrifice acceptable, wellpleasing to god. Paul closes his letter to the philippians by returning to a thought that he began his letter with, his partnership with the philippians.
Very beautiful, to my mind, is the sight of paul the aged. In his conclusion of thanks to his readers, paul encourages them. The nature of true christian sympathy, is not only to feel concern for our friends in their. In chapter 4, he begins to speak to the local philippian. And my god will supply all your needs according to his glorious riches in christ jesus. But my god shall supply all your need or fulfil all your need. Hook the paper clip to a keychain, zipper, or other item. All you need, what ere it be, all the need you cannot see. Free reading plans and devotionals related to philippians 4. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. Through philippians willow creek journey through mark.
Constables notes on philippians 2020 edition which suggests that they may not have appreciated him adequately for some reason. This verse gives clear direction and offers genuine hope to the believer in christ. They may rest assured, says paul, that what they have given to god will be amply repaid by him from the limitless resources of his riches bruce p. Paul was confident that god would meet their needs because they were generous in their giving.