I Can Do All Things Through Christ

I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.

Philippians 4:13

This verse is often referred to when people face challenges as a reminder that God will give us the strength we need to accomplish success, but this is not what the verse means. Keep reading to learn the context of this verse and the true meaning.

This verse comes from the letter Paul wrote to the Philippians from his jail cell in Rome. Paul wrote the letter to encourage whatever situation they were in, they could depend on Christ to teach them to be content.

Paul writes, “For I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to every circumstance, I have learned the and hunger, abundance and need.” (Philippians 4:11b-12)

Paul was able to endure the many years he spent in prison because God gave him the strength to endure it. Paul referred to being content as the secret to facing any situation. The next time you face a difficult circumstance, know that God will see you through.