Philippians 4 - 2.2.2024

Scripture - Pick one verse that stood out to you.

Philippians 4:4-7, Psalms 68:4-6

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Sing to God, sing in praise of his name,

    extol him who rides on the clouds;

    rejoice before him—his name is the Lord.

A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows,

    is God in his holy dwelling.

God sets the lonely in families,

    he leads out the prisoners with singing;

but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land.

Observation - What about this verse stands out to you?

I had a moment this morning, where I was reading God’s word (and listening to worship music) that I physically felt the peace of God wash over me. Better than any exercise, stretch pose, food or drink, the Holy Spirit bathing my heart and mind in peace was exactly what I needed. 

Application - How will you apply this to your life?

Prayer. Petition. With Thanksgiving. In every situation. This is how I will let go of my anxiety today and hopefully every day. 

Prayer - Write out a prayer.

Lord, I thank you for the words of your apostle Paul. Thank you for the reminder this morning to rejoice in You! I thank you for the poetry of Your servant David. Thank you for being my Father. Thank you for being my mother’s Defender. Thank you for providing me with my family.

In the name of Jesus do I pray, amen.

-kenneth lee