Lesson 489: Philippians 4:19
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
But I have all things, and abound. I am filled, having received from Epaphroditus the things that came from you, a sweet-smelling fragrance, an acceptable and well-pleasing sacrifice to God.
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Philippians 4:20
Now to our God and Father be the glory forever and ever! Amen.
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Discussion
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How does God's provision relate to His riches rather than your circumstances?
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What needs are you trusting God to meet?
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How do prayer and thanksgiving prepare the heart for contentment?
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