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Philippians 4:10-20

10  But I rejoiced in the Lord greatly, that now at the last your care of me hath flourished again; wherein ye were also careful, but ye lacked opportunity.

11  Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.

12  I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.

13  I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

14  Notwithstanding ye have well done, that ye did communicate with my affliction.

15  Now ye Philippians know also, that in the beginning of the gospel, when I departed from Macedonia, no church communicated with me as concerning giving and receiving, but ye only.

16  For even in Thessalonica ye sent once and again unto my necessity.

17  Not because I desire a gift: but I desire fruit that may abound to your account.

18  But I have all, and abound: 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.

19  But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

20  Now unto God and our Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

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Questions and Answers

Quick sermon takeaways from Philippians 4:10-20, focused on Christian contentment, Christ's strength, grateful giving, and God's faithful supply.

What does it mean to be content in Philippians 4:11?

In this passage, contentment means learning to rest in the Lord regardless of changing circumstances. Philippians 4:11 says, "Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." Biblical contentment is not indifference. It is a settled confidence in Christ whether life is easy or difficult.

How can a Christian be content in both abundance and need?

Paul shows that contentment is not tied to having much or having little. Philippians 4:12 says, "I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound." The lesson of this sermon is that the believer must learn to trust God in full seasons and lean seasons alike, because fellowship with Christ is steadier than outward conditions.

What does Philippians 4:13 mean when it says, I can do all things through Christ?

Philippians 4:13 says, "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me." In context, this speaks of endurance, obedience, and faithfulness in every condition. This verse is not a blank check for personal ambition. It is a testimony that Christ gives strength to live faithfully whether one is brought low or blessed with abundance.

Why did Paul thank the Philippians for their giving in Philippians 4:14-18?

Paul thanked them because their support was a real act of fellowship in his affliction and a sacrifice wellpleasing to God. Philippians 4:18 says, "But I have all, and abound: 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." Their giving showed love for the Lord and care for His servant.

What promise does Philippians 4:19 give about God's provision?

Philippians 4:19 says, "But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." This gives believers assurance that God is faithful to provide what is needed in His will and encourages Christians to trust the Lord in every season.