Bobby McDonald - God Strengthens Us To Be Content In Any Circumstance

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Speaker: Bobby McDonald Title: God Strengthens Us To Be Content In Any Circumstance Date: 01-17-2016 Our Goal as Christians is this: To be an exact reflection of Jesus, the Son of God (Romans 8:29) We do this individually by growing in purity in our personal lives (1 John 3:2-3) We do this corporately by becoming fully functioning members of a local Church (Ephesians 4:11-16)

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The central message is that God provides the strength necessary to remain content and faithful in every circumstance, whether good or bad. Drawing from Philippians 4:13, the speaker clarifies that this strength is not for making life easy, but for enduring through difficulty. True contentment comes from relying solely on God's strength, rather than on external circumstances or the support of others.

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Turning to Philippians chapter 4The speaker invites the congregation to turn to one of the most familiar verses in the Bible, Philippians chapter 4, verse 13.

The weightlifting analogyGod does not necessarily make life easy, but He provides the necessary strength to get through hard things, much like a spotter helping with a heavy bench press.

What did Paul have specifically in mind?By reading the verses right before verse 13, we discover what Paul was specifically referring to when he spoke about Christ's strengthening.

Learning to be content in any circumstancePaul states that he has learned the secret of being content whether facing humble means, prosperity, hunger, or abundance.

Weathering any circumstance faithfullyPaul was not talking about achieving grand outward feats, but rather relying on God's strength to remain faithful and weather any situation.

Learning from Israel's mistakes in prosperityUnlike the nation of Israel, who turned to idols during times of ease and prosperity, believers are called to remain faithful to God in all seasons.

Not blaming others or depending on circumstancesDespite facing hardship, lack of support, and mistreatment, Paul did not depend on other people; he relied entirely on God's sustaining strength.

Getting through the day rejoicing in the LordWe do not have to rely on anyone else or favorable circumstances to get through the day; God gives us the exact help we need to rejoice in Him.

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