I Can Do All Things in Christ

St. Paul’s Secret to a Peaceful, Happy Life.

There's an old saying that goes, "Those who can, do; and those who can't, teach." At first blush, the sentiment behind this saying appears to be no more than an unjust criticism of the teaching profession. However, if we were to alter this saying a bit and apply it more universally, we can use it to identify a pattern of human behavior that affects all of us: Some think that they can do almost anything, while others think they can do hardly anything.

In this issue of The Word Among Us, we want to dissect one of the most promising—and intriguing—passages found in the New Testament: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13), and apply it to those who think they can, and to those who think they can’t. This passage encourages those who think they can to examine the source of their confidence. It also encourages those who think they can’t to stop doubting and start moving out in Christ.

“I Can Do All Things…” St. Paul was a doer. He preached. He established churches in Asia Minor and Europe. He wrote lengthy, in-depth letters. He fought one opponent of the faith after another. Vicious threats, nights in prison, stonings, and severe beatings could not deter this man’s drive. Clearly, this was a confident man!…

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