The Power of Philippians 4:13: Pressing Forward with Christ’s Strength
Philippians 4:13 declares, “I can do all this through him who gives me strength” (NIV), a powerful reminder that our ability to persevere comes from Christ. Written by Paul from a Roman prison, this verse reflects his unyielding faith despite hardship. It’s not a promise of superhuman feats but an assurance that God equips us to endure, overcome, and thrive in any circumstance—whether trials, temptations, or tasks. This strength isn’t self-generated; it’s a divine gift, fueling resilience when life feels overwhelming.
Pushing forward with Christ’s strength means refusing to give up, even when obstacles loom large. Paul faced persecution, yet he pressed on, trusting God’s provision. For us, this might mean tackling financial struggles, family challenges, or personal doubts with unwavering faith. Philippians 4:13 encourages us to lean into God’s power, which transforms our weakness into opportunity. It’s about taking one step at a time, knowing Christ’s strength sustains us when our own falters. We don’t just survive; we grow, finding purpose in perseverance. This verse inspires us to keep moving forward, not in our own might but through the One who never fails. By anchoring ourselves in His strength, we can face any storm, confident that God’s grace will carry us through, turning every challenge into a testament of His enduring power.
Based on a song written some time ago for a Youth group album created for World Youth Day. It was while putting the song to video that the realisation that something miraculous and historical became manifest. While the words are inclined for adoration they also reflect the events that took place in Fatima in Portugal in 1917 during the First World War. The video includes actual photos taken at the time and includes clips from the movie "Fatima".
🗣️“All of us have become like one who is unclean, and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags…” – Isaiah 64:6
God doesn’t look at our filters or fashion—He looks at our hearts.
That hidden pride. That secret lust. The unforgiveness we justify. 💔
To Him, it’s dirtier than we dare admit.
But grace says: Come, be washed. 🩸🙌🏾
There are 7 different events identified in the Bible that give a new beginning on the 17th of Nisan. In this video discover three of them that changed and shaped history. These events continue to give us a new beginning even today.
Reference Links:
• April 11, 2025 - Give Him 15 Dutch Sheets - https://us5.campaign-archive.com/?e=a6ac578282&u=21ae4b9aa9f11e4a8320b5ed6&id=a527b2b81a
• First Fruits and Nisan 17th - https://servantofmessiah.org/nissan-17th/?mc_cid=a527b2b81a
• Meaning of Numbers in the Bible - The Number 17 - https://www.biblestudy.org/bibleref/meaning-of-numbers-in-bible/17.html?mc_cid=a527b2b81a#google_vignette
• Genesis 8:4 - https://biblehub.com/genesis/8-4.htm
• Nisan - https://biblehub.com/topical/n/nisan.htm
If we’re honest with ourselves, most of us recognize that we often operate from mixed emotions, especially in our relationship with Jesus. While we long to love Him with pure hearts and willingly yield our lives to the One who sacrificed His for us, we often struggle to quiet our selfishness. In this episode, host Jennifer Slattery and guest Brittany Amrstrong explore practical ways to reorient our hearts toward the Lord. Discover how this shift can deepen our faith and enhance our sense of security in Him.
✅Key Topics:
⭐️The reality of mixed emotions in our faith journey
⭐️Strategies to refocus our hearts on Jesus
⭐️The impact of a heart aligned with God on our daily lives
⭐️Personal testimonies of transformation and growth
Join the Conversation: We’d love to hear your thoughts! How do you navigate mixed emotions in your relationship with Jesus? What practices help you stay focused on Him? Share your insights in the comments below!
Episode discussed: "Wanting to see Jesus" on Your Daily Bible Verse: at Lifeaudio.com
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Why is it challenging for us, as the Body of Christ, to grasp that our behavior, regardless of the setting, should mirror the Gospel message? This message calls us to help everyone we encounter recognize their sinfulness and to lead them toward a relationship with Jesus. It is not about shouting at them regarding their sins, nor is it about allowing them to overlook their sin. It appears that we have become a Church that is, in some ways, loving people right into hell. https://www.patrickryanlewis.com Support the show Amazon StoreFront https://amzn.to/4gFUxsO PayPal https://bit.ly/3TMgPRa Stripe https://bit.ly/3TL5j8F Amazon Wishlist https://amzn.to/3voCLbI Venmo / CashApp - PatrickRyanLewis https://www.youtube.com/@ConversationsWithPatrick https://www.youtube.com/@aguyandhisbible https://www.instagram.com/patrickandhisbible https://www.facebook.com/AGuyAndHisBible https://www.tiktok.com/@podcasterpat https://rumble.com/user/podcasterpat https://lordsbook.com/aguyandhisbible Spotify: https://spoti.fi/4aZatoD
In Chapter six, you will learn about the importance of having fellowship with other believers. It is important that we have relationships with strong believers. It is also important that we share our faith. God will bring people into our lives that we are to share with to encourage in their walk with God or even lead them to salvation.
In Chapter 2 of the Godly Woman series you will learn about God's provision for you. God sees what happens in your life, the good and bad. He is close to the broken hearted and wants you to call out to Him.
If you are feeling distant from Jesus this Christmas then draw closer to Him with these 4 actionable steps. Make room for Christ, meditate on His birth, worship with purpose, and serve others in love. These steps will help you refocus on Jesus during the busiest time of the year and deepen your relationship with Him. If you’ve been feeling spiritually distant, this video is for you! Join me as we draw closer to Jesus this Christmas!
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Have you ever dealt with something that completely broke you emotionally or spiritually? There are times in life that no matter how much we try to put the pieces back together on our own, we can't. So, how do we recognize the brokenness in life, and how do we overcome it?
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Tennyson's poem has touched hearts ever since he wrote it in 1889, and Rani Arbo and Daisy Mayhem did a super job of setting music to it. It is too good not to share and too good not to translate.
The video image is from a painting I bought at a second-hand shop, and the translation and video is my own work. RME
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