I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
Yet it was good of you to share in my troubles.
Philippians 4:13-14 NIV
Even though Paul had this contentment thing sorted, he was not alone.
Others shared in his trouble.
The next few verses show the church has sent him financial support and they sent people.
They helped with his practical needs.
And they sent people to walk with him in his trouble.
Isn't that the same for us today in our times of "trouble", what we need:
1. Eyes on Jesus
I can lose sight of God in my trouble and need you to hope for me, to lead me back
2. Practical help
I might need help with a task, money. Food. A visit.
3. People to walk with me
We aren't designed to do this life alone. Lean into others. It's OK.
It's OK to ask :)

We may be on the receiving end like Paul, or the giving end like the Philippians, or maybe  both at the same time.
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