My God Will Meet All Your Needs

I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

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.

To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Philippians 4:10-20

A part of our needs is a feeling of contentment. Jesus Christ provides that to us. Whether our issues are family or health related, or financial or work related, He is with us.

Take every day one step at a time, regardless of how uncomfortable the environment might be. God will supply your needs.

Contentment is not natural for any of us. The competitive spirit in us drives us to compare, to complain, and to covet. We all face difficulties, but we can learn to trust God and be content.

Contentment is not possessing everything but giving thanks for everything you possess.

Our Daily BreadOctober 2, 2012