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AATHAVAN 💚 December 2, 2024 💚
Monday
Scripture Meditation – Number: 1,394
"I have learned, in
whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. I know both how to be abased,
and I know how to abound." (Philippians 4:11-12 KJV)
The Apostle Paul lived a life modelled
after Christ in every way. Despite being born into a wealthy family, he
willingly gave up everything for Christ. As he writes to the Philippians, "I
count all things but loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus
my Lord: for whom I have suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but
dung, that I may win Christ." (Philippians 3:8 KJV)
Paul further declares, "I
am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer
need." (Philippians 4:12 KJV)
In today’s meditation verse,
Paul shares this profound experience: "I have learned, in whatsoever
state I am, therewith to be content. I know both how to be abased, and I know
how to abound." This is how Christ Himself lived.
As we reflect on our lives, it
can be challenging to live among ungodly individuals who indulge in sinful behaviour.
Yet, consider this: Christ, our Lord, left the holiness of heavenly glory to
dwell as a man among sinful humanity. How difficult this must have been!
However, He remained joyful in this world.
Just as Christ left His
heavenly glory to suffer for humanity, Paul abandoned his wealth and the
comforts of life to suffer for Christ. Moreover, he advises us:
"Be ye followers of me, even as I also am of Christ." (1
Corinthians 11:1 KJV)
Living such a life is not
possible by human effort alone. Yet, when Christ dwells within us, it becomes
attainable. Paul assures us of this truth from his own experience, saying: "I
can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me."
(Philippians 4:13 KJV)
Like Paul, we too are called
to learn contentment in every situation. To remain joyful in times of abundance
or lack, we need Christ to strengthen us. Let us seek this strength from Him,
so we may find joy no matter the ups and downs of life.
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