anytime you have a spirit of generosity, the spirit of giving, it is an encouragement to others. it is an investment in eternity and it is a sacrifice pleasing to GOD. that's why paul said it's so important to become a giver.
there are only two kinds of people in the world: givers and takers. the happy people are the giving people. philippians is about joy and giving -- the two main themes go together. misers are miserable.
that's the premise. the premise comes before the promise. you can't claim verse 19 unless you're doing verse 18. i must first be generous to others. CHRIST said, give to others and GOD will give to you. be generous to others and GOD will be generous with you. when you meet the premise of being generous with others then you can claim the promise of verse 19.
the promise: philippians 4.19 (niv), and my GOD will supply all your needs according to HIS glorious riches in CHRIST JESUS.
this is the believer's insurance policy. it tells you what warranty GOD has guaranteed to care for in your life.
now who is the source? and my GOD will. GOD is not a force; HE's a person, a personal GOD. JESUS said when you pray, pray like this, our FATHER – HE is a heavenly FATHER – intimate. as a result HE's very aware of all your needs you have – financial, mental, physical, health, relational. and HE's a caring, consistent, capable FATHER. our heavenly FATHER assumes responsibility for HIS children's needs. HE does it in a perfect way. HE is the source
just a thought from the front porch…
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