Life Plan Devotion #104 [Philippians 4:19--all your need]

Philippians 4:19 "My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus" [NKJV].

Yesterday, we looked at the phrase "shall supply," how that God will "'fill to the full' your every need" (Amplified Version). No matter the need, no matter how big it is or how seemingly insurmountable, God will do His part if we do our part.
Philippians 4:19 says that "God will supply all your need..." How many of your needs will God supply? All, and "all" means ALL. Meditate on that, and remember, if you do your part, God will do His part.
Notice that Philippians 4:19 says that "God will supply all your need..." The Greek word for "need" for this verse is chreia, and it means "employment, affair [as in business matter], occasion, demand, requirement, destitution, business, lack, necessity, need, use, want." Look at that list! There is everything from a "job" to a "want."
As lovingly as I can, I must say to you that God has promised to "supply all your need," but not your greed. You and I may disagree over what is a true "need," but God looks past the need to your heart's condition and motivation. We'll visit this more in the future.
"God will supply all your need according to His riches in glory..." The Greek word for "riches" for this verse is ploutos, and it means "wealth (as fullness), money, possessions, abundance, riches, valuable bestowment." Sometimes Christians are uncomfortable with talking about God and money, but there should never be a poverty mentality in the family of God! He owns it all, He wants to bless His people in every way, and He desires that His people become a blessing to others and be highly effective workers for His Kingdom.
The Greek word for "glory" for this verse is doxa, and it means "dignity, glory, honour, praise, worship." The Strong's Dictionary of Bible Words defines "glory" as "glory, brilliance." If a Christian is experiencing lack, would that add to or detract from God's dignity, glory, honour, praise, worship? Think about that, and we will revisit it in the future.
"God will supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus." There are 3 qualifications for experiencing the manifestation of the Philippians 4:19 promise in your life: 1) You must have a need, 2) You must know Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, and 3) We'll look at #3 tomorrow, so be sure to come back then.

What this has to do with weight loss: Since God has all "riches in glory," it is easy for Him to supply your every need, even the practical needs on your weight-loss journey. Even if you are on a seemingly tight budget, He will provide for your supplements, all that you need to be healthy in body. If you are His child, trust Him to do so.

Confession:
When I have a need, I will bring it to the Lord. I know I can, because I am His child.