And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of His glory in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 4:19

I still remember a pivotal moment early in our marriage. After hearing a powerful message on giving, Brian and I found ourselves wrestling with how to respond. Over coffee one Sunday, we decided to ask our pastor for advice. We were full of questions: Should we give to the church or to other organizations? What percentage should we give? Should it be before or after taxes? This year or next?

Our pastor listened patiently and then, with a kind smile, asked us a question that struck right at the heart of our concerns: “Are you asking what’s the least you can give and still be considered generous?”

We sheepishly admitted, “Yes.”

His response was simple yet profound: “Why don’t you just start somewhere?”

And so we did. We began giving, even in small ways, and we quickly saw the truth of God’s promise in Philippians 4:19 unfold in our lives.

In this verse, Paul is writing to people who have given generously to support his ministry. He reassures them from his own experiences—times of both abundance and need—that God is faithful. No matter the circumstances, Paul confidently proclaims that “My God”—a deeply personal declaration of trust—“will meet all your needs.”

Notice the breadth of this promise: God will meet all your needs, not according to the limits of human resources, but according to the inexhaustible riches of His glory in Christ Jesus.

Whatever you’re facing today—whether it’s a relational, physical, spiritual, or financial challenge—remember this: Your scarcity does not limit God’s generosity.

I want to encourage you to take a moment today to recommit to living generously in whatever way God leads you. Whether it’s giving your time, resources, or talents, trust that God will faithfully provide for your needs. Bring your concerns to God, and rest in the assurance that God’s abundance is more than enough.