Philippians 4:13
Philippians 4:13 in Multiple Translations
I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.
I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
I can do all things in him that strengtheneth me.
I am able to do all things through him who gives me strength.
I can do anything through him who makes me strong!
I am able to do al things through the helpe of Christ, which strengtheneth me.
For all things I have strength, in Christ's strengthening me;
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
I can do all things through Christ who strengtheneth me.
I can do all these things in him who strengtheneth me.
I am able ◄to cope with/to handle► every situation because Christ gives me the strength to do that.
You see, Jesus Christ makes me strong, so I can do all these things.
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Greek Word Reference — Philippians 4:13
Study Notes — Philippians 4:13
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- Philippians 4:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Philippians 4:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Philippians 4:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
- Ellicott's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
- Cambridge Bible on Philippians 4:13
- Barnes' Notes on Philippians 4:13
- Whedon's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
- Sermons on Philippians 4:13
Context — The Generosity of the Philippians
13I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.
14Nevertheless, you have done well to share in my affliction. 15And as you Philippians know, in the early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Isaiah 41:10 | Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be afraid, for I am your God. I will strengthen you; I will surely help you; I will uphold you with My right hand of righteousness. |
| 2 | 2 Corinthians 12:9–10 | But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me. That is why, for the sake of Christ, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong. |
| 3 | Colossians 1:11 | being strengthened with all power according to His glorious might so that you may have full endurance and patience, and joyfully |
| 4 | Ephesians 6:10 | Finally, be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. |
| 5 | Isaiah 40:29–31 | He gives power to the faint and increases the strength of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall. But those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint. |
| 6 | Ephesians 3:16 | I ask that out of the riches of His glory He may strengthen you with power through His Spirit in your inner being, |
| 7 | John 15:7 | If you remain in Me and My words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you. |
| 8 | 2 Corinthians 3:4–5 | Such confidence before God is ours through Christ. Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim that anything comes from us, but our competence comes from God. |
| 9 | John 15:4–5 | Remain in Me, and I will remain in you. Just as no branch can bear fruit by itself unless it remains in the vine, neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in Me. I am the vine and you are the branches. The one who remains in Me, and I in him, will bear much fruit. For apart from Me you can do nothing. |
| 10 | Isaiah 45:24 | Surely they will say of Me, ‘In the LORD alone are righteousness and strength.’” All who rage against Him will come to Him and be put to shame. |
Philippians 4:13 Summary
[This verse means that with Christ's help, we can handle anything that comes our way, whether it's good or bad. It's not about being strong on our own, but about trusting in Christ's strength to get us through, as seen in Psalm 28:7, where it says God is our strength. We can't do everything on our own, but with Christ, we can do all things, and that's a pretty amazing promise.]
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to 'do all things' in Philippians 4:13?
This verse means that with Christ's strength, we can handle any situation, whether it's a challenge or a blessing, as seen in Philippians 4:11-12 where Paul talks about being content in any circumstance, and also in 2 Corinthians 9:8 where it says God will supply all our needs.
Is Philippians 4:13 saying we can do anything we want?
No, this verse is not saying we can do anything we want, but rather that we can do all things that God calls us to do, as stated in 1 Corinthians 10:31, where it says we should do everything for the glory of God.
How does Christ give us strength?
Christ gives us strength through the Holy Spirit, as seen in Ephesians 3:16, where it says God strengthens us with power through His Spirit, and also in Isaiah 41:10, where it says God will strengthen and help us.
Can anyone do all things through Christ?
Yes, anyone who has a personal relationship with Christ can do all things through Him, as stated in John 15:5, where Jesus says apart from Him, we can do nothing, but with Him, we can bear much fruit.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I need Christ's strength to help me?
- How can I apply Philippians 4:13 to a difficult situation I'm currently facing?
- What does it mean for me to trust in Christ's strength, and how can I do that in my daily life?
- How can I use Philippians 4:13 to encourage someone else who is struggling?
Gill's Exposition on Philippians 4:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Philippians 4:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
Trapp's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
Ellicott's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
Cambridge Bible on Philippians 4:13
Barnes' Notes on Philippians 4:13
Whedon's Commentary on Philippians 4:13
Sermons on Philippians 4:13
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(1 Peter - Part 27): Who Is He That Will Harm You? by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher describes the physical deterioration of a man who is nearing death. Despite his weakened state, the preacher emphasizes that the devil and death cannot |
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Victory Over One's Worst Enemy by Paris Reidhead | Paris Reidhead emphasizes that our greatest enemy is ourselves, revealing his personal struggles with spirituality and critical attitudes during his missionary work in Africa. He s |
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God Uses Foolish Things - Part 1 by Jackie Pullinger | The sermon transcript provided is not coherent and does not contain any clear message or topic. It seems to be a jumble of unrelated thoughts and statements. There is no mention of |
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Christ Lord and Master by Oswald J. Smith | In this sermon, the speaker begins by expressing gratitude for the blessings and grace that God has bestowed upon the church and its members. They also mention the success of their |
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The New Birth - Part 2 by Derek Prince | In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of having the Son of God in one's life. He explains that according to the New Testament, becoming a Christian and receiving e |
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Trusting God Again Like a Child by Francis Chan | Francis Chan emphasizes the importance of trusting God with childlike faith, urging leaders to genuinely love their congregations and seek God's presence in their ministry. He refl |
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Ye Must Be Born Again - Part 2 by Leonard Ravenhill | In this video, the speaker repeatedly emphasizes that they will be showing the viewers something important. They mention this multiple times throughout the video. However, the spec |







