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Strength in Every Season

I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Philippians 4:13 KJV

 

Philippians 4:13 is a popular Bible verse that you may have seen posted on coffee mugs, social media, or even cars. Maybe you’ve heard someone recite this verse before a sporting event or while trying to accomplish a difficult task.

 

Unfortunately, this verse is often misunderstood. This verse is not saying that we can accomplish whatever we want. Paul isn’t talking about winning a football game or having the courage to do something daring.

 

Instead, Paul is actually talking about his time in prison. He is referencing the power of God that was with him during this difficult time of ministry.

 

In Philippians 4:12 he talks about the power he has to live content in every situation in life. He learned how to live with abundance and with nothing. He learned to live with very little food and resources, and also with abundant food and resources.

 

Paul found that regardless of his circumstances, God continued to supply him with the power to do the work of God. He never lacked the strength and resources to tell others about the good news of Jesus—even while he was stuck in a prison.

 

Paul could live in every season of life and accomplish all that God asked of him through the strength that God gave him.

 

So, instead of God giving us strength to do anything we want, He gives us the strength we need to endure various circumstances and accomplish the mission that He's given us. This means that you will never lack any resource to live a growing and godly life, or to share the good news of Jesus with others.

 

If you’re in a season of abundance or a season of lack, remember that God is the one who gives you the strength to endure every season. If you find yourself in a difficult situation, ask God to supply you with the strength that only He can give.

BE ENCOURAGED

No matter what challenges you're facing today, God is here to empower you with the strength to endure.

SHARE YOUR FAITH

It's God who supplies us with the power to do His work.

Encourage those around you to look to Him for strength!

PRAYER

God, thank You for providing me with strength in every situation. Despite my efforts, I can do nothing on my own.

Sometimes I let stress get the best of me and forget that You're in control. Fill me with Your strength and guide me-one day at a time-through this season. In Jesus' name, Amen.