Title Philippians 04:10-13 Self-Sufficiency
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The Word “Self-Sufficiency” Philippians 4:10-13
In the text, the Apostle Paul says, "I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances..."
Words come out. From the Greek etymology of "learn" here, it means learning through experience.
means. In addition, the meaning of self-sufficiency is a state of "control and peace", that is, a state of mind with ample peace of mind.
It means a state of peace. This is the state in which inner control and peace coexist.
This is the part of great benefit to godliness. Peace, suffering, conflict ... deep in your heart
How are you now?
A pastor once said that self-sufficiency is "a thermostat, not a thermometer." Called
You did. In other words, the needle does not go up or down depending on the weather outside, but by itself according to the outside temperature.
This means that the temperature is moderately controlled. Without being shaken by the external environment,
Self-sufficiency is achieved only when controlling.
The situation of the Apostle Paul at that time was truly miserable in our eyes. From prison to sickness
I was living a hard life. Here you can learn that 'comfort' is not the same as 'peace'.
We must learn the image of Paul who does not lose his peace even in difficult times. then
How did Maul resolve the conflicts and concerns of his heart? In this text, we have two main
It tells you how.
First, believe in the sovereignty of God.
This means to believe in the providence and will of God. The current environment and difficulties
It's all there for me. He teaches us to believe in God's work and His sovereignty.
Karl Marx criticizes Christianity as a "staff of the weak", a passive religion. but God's
Acceptance of sovereignty is by no means a passive act or a concept of resignation such as "letter to sell". "Progress
truth for you. Apostle Paul actively seized the opportunity of evangelism in prison,
He used his difficult environment as a stage for evangelization. Actively seize the opportunity given by Hanamni
By using it, faith is added. Even his bad health said, "If I had been healthy, how much
Would I have been proud?" and firmly believed in my weakness as God's work to make me strong.
You guys are no coincidence. Everything is God's providence to benefit me.
Second, trust in the power of God.
In the text, the apostle Paul says, “With God who gives me strength.” i.e. to yourself
It means that they believed in this and put their utmost efforts in the presence of God who gave them power. we often
When tomorrow doesn't go as planned, we get frustrated and hope for something like a miracle. Because miracles are rare
It's called a miracle. We must not lose faith that all things are possible under God who gives us strength.
do. Frustrated by hunger? Wealth is not a blessing. The only thing that counts as a blessing
It's our fault. Even at any moment, with the help of the Lord, I lived reverently and without pride.
It is our blessing that we have been able to live proudly in the Lord.
It means that you have learned the Lord's ability to adapt so that you can live like a child. I'm content with my heart
May you become one and one child of the Lord who strengthens our faith while praising the Lord in the name of the Lord.
I wish you earnestly