There is a tendency on the part of most people to hoard money because it is the main way adults measure security. We also measure our energy by how much we earn, and have a sense of self-worth because of the money we claim for ourselves. To give money away with no visible evidence of … Read more
Our power for living comes from Christ who gives us the strength to accomplish the “all things” He allows or directs for us. He gives the needed grace for the necessary tasks He gives us. The needed financial support for Paul came to him in prison and he was allowed to accomplish the work assigned … Read more
God’s promises and power enables us to be content when we lack, and grateful when He supplies our needs through the financial support of His people. He supplies or withholds as He sees best. Paul didn’t complain about shortages or even make them known. What God gives us is up to Him. We can be … Read more
Paul was a pattern and example of one who lived by the power of God. He was at peace even though he was in prison because he knew the God of peace was there with him. The believers at Philippi were near and dear to him and he wanted the same for them that he … Read more
Something that is lovely is admirable and attractive to a pure-hearted person as well as secretly admired by those whose conduct is the opposite. There is convicting power in that which is lovely. A reputation for fairness and goodness is not something to be considered unimportant. What people say about a believer affects more than … Read more