Verse of the Day 5-20-22

Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles. Moreover, as you Philippians know, in the early days of your acquaintance with the gospel, when I set out from Macedonia, not one church shared with me in the matter of giving and receiving, except you only; for even when I was in Thessalonica, you sent me aid more than once when I was in need. Not that I desire your gifts; what I desire is that more be credited to your account. I 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. And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:14-19

Paul emphasizes the loving care of God the Father for his children. As you remain faithful to God and willing to share what he has given you to help meet others’ needs, God also will meet all your needs (material, physical and spiritual) as you turn them over to him. Notice that in this context it is the Philippians’ faithfulness to help others that brings God’s blessing into their own lives. The fact that God will meet our needs “in Christ Jesus” means that only as we remain united with Christ in personal companionship can we experience God’s full provision.

Today’s Bible Readings:

1 Samuel 26-28, John 11:1-54, Psalm 117 and Proverbs 15:22-23