Philippians 4:13—I Can Do All Things through Christ | Come unto Christ (2024)

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What does Philippians 4:13 really mean? ›

The true meaning of Philippians 4:13

He tells the secret: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” The New Testament in Modern English by J.B. Phillips translates it this way, “I am ready for anything through the strength of the one who lives within me.”

Philippians 4:13 in Other Translations

13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. 13 For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. 13 Whatever I have, wherever I am, I can make it through anything in the One who makes me who I am.

Paul is not saying that he can do all things through Christ, but rather that he can prevail or have the victory over any circ*mstance by relying on Christ and his strength. Paul was at peace with his circ*mstances because he didn't rest his hope on them, but on God.

He takes care of our physical needs.

God promises to provide what we need (Philippians 4:19, Matthew 6:31-32). He created the universe and gives food to every living thing — including you and me. The same God who provides food for the animals will not allow us to go without (Psalm 145:15-16, Luke 12:24-26).

God, we praise you that no matter what things we are walking through, we can walk through them. We can do all things through you who give us strength, through you who give us peace, through you who give us joy. Oh God, we pray that over each other. Help us to experience the fullness of Christ today.

It isn't too fun, but the words from a very well-known Bible verse always find a way into my remembrance; 'I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me' (Philippians 4:13).”

Paul thanks the Philippians for sharing his sufferings through financial aid. He is chained to a guard and needs external aid to provide food and clothing. Philippians 4:13, thus, cannot be about personal success; it must be about contentment despite one's circ*mstances, even if those circ*mstances include chains.

“Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything.” Paul's advice to us is to turn our worries into prayers. Take our struggles, our desires, our wishes, our anxious thoughts to Him and surrender it all and trust that He works for our good in His timing. If you want to worry less, then you should pray more!

The Power Of Positive Thinking! Philippians Chapter 4 is an uplifting chapter that reminds us of the importance of positive thinking in the life of a Christian. As Christians, our focus needs to be on glorifying God and serving others.

How does God strengthen us? ›

When we reflect on His promises and the good plans He has for us, it literally revives our spirit and fills us with hope and expectation. God's Word also strengthens us to keep going, not give up, and not give in to temptation. The truth is, we need God's strength just to do what's right.

Despite his frequent need, and harsh treatment, Paul joyfully declares his confidence that God will allow him to endure anything.

But in the ancient Middle East, the writers of the Hebrew Bible forbade tattooing. Per Leviticus 19:28, “You shall not make gashes in your flesh for the dead, or incise any marks on yourselves.” Historically, scholars have often understood this as a warning against pagan practices of mourning.

Philippians 4:13 Amplified Bible (AMP)

I can do all things [which He has called me to do] through Him who strengthens and empowers me [to fulfill His purpose—I am self-sufficient in Christ's sufficiency; I am ready for anything and equal to anything through Him who infuses me with inner strength and confident peace.]

First, he wrote not to worry about anything, then he exhorted to pray about everything. Textually, it's that 'extreme' of praying about everything that leads to a peace that guards the heart from worry. It's a supernatural peace, one that surpasses understanding.

Building ourselves up in the most holy faith provides the content we need to refute falsehoods. Praying in the Spirit gives us the power we need to stand firm. As we keep ourselves in the love of God, our assurance of the truth of God grows and enables us more confidently to proclaim it.

To be anxious for nothing means we don't need to be afraid, worried, alarmed or frightened about anything because all things work together for the good of those who love God.

Christ specifically tells the disciples they will receive anything they ask—but only if they have faith. This means trust in God and His power to do what He wants to do. It also means an alignment with the will of God—it does not mean using the Creator as a vending machine.