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Daily Lesson for Thursday 12th of February 2026

When extreme circumstances strike (hunger, illness, injury, loss), one begins to reflect on the things that really count and to dwell on the blessings that are usually taken for granted. When we are “brought low” (Philippians 4:12, ESV), “in need” (NIV), or left with “almost nothing” (NLT) is when faith rises to the occasion.

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Conversely, when we “live in prosperity” (NASB), it should always be with the recognition that it could vanish in an instant (see Proverbs 23:5). As both Job and Paul remind us, we brought nothing into the world when we were born, and we will take nothing with us to the grave (Job 1:21, 1 Timothy 6:7).

Note the following Bible promises:

• Psalms 23:1—“The Lord is my shepherd; I have everything I need” (GNB).

• Matthew 6:32—“Your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things” (NKJV).

• 1 Peter 5:7—“Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you” (NLT).

• Philippians 4:19—“My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus” (NKJV).

And, most wonderful of all: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13, NKJV). Perhaps none of us can fully grasp what “all things” entails. Certainly, as with any request for God’s help and strength, we must ask according to His will. But many times, we don’t even ask for things we know fit His will. That’s why James 4:2 says, “You do not have, because you do not ask” (ESV).

Here are some things we can ask for confidently because we know they are in harmony with God’s will:

• Salvation for a loved one or friend (1 Timothy 2:3-4)

• Courage to share our faith (Revelation 22:17)

• Forgiveness when we confess and forsake wrong (1 John 1:9)

• Strength to obey God’s commandments (Hebrews 13:20-21)

• Love for those who hate and mistreat us (Matthew 5:44)

• Wisdom for challenging situations (James 1:5)

• Understanding the truth in God’s Word (John 8:32)

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Daily Lesson for Wednesday 11th of February 2026

The peace that surpasses understanding will also “guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:7, NKJV). Our inner life needs protection. Interestingly, Philippians 4:7 uses a military metaphor in connection with God’s peace. The Greek verb (phroureō) is used to describe a garrison of soldiers guarding a city against invasion (2 Corinthians 11:32; compare Acts 9:24).

Another very important aspect of inner peace involves living in harmony with God’s will. “Great peace have they which love thy law: and nothing shall offend them” (Psalms 119:165).

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Paul introduces Philippians 4:8-9 with “furthermore” (GNV) and a list of six virtues, followed by a succinct summary of them and encouragement to imitate Paul’s example. This closing cross-cultural exhortation fits well within the Greco-Roman setting of Philippi, with its dual emphasis on virtue and example. Interestingly, though, the focus is on biblical virtues, which is quite obvious from Paul’s omission of the four cardinal Greek virtues (prudence, justice, temperance, and courage).

1. True—not accidentally, the list begins with the cardinal biblical virtue of truth, which Jesus (“Truly, I say . . .”) and the whole New Testament frequently emphasize (see, for example, Acts 26:25, Romans 1:18, 1 Corinthians 13:6, 2 Corinthians 4:2, Ephesians 4:15, 1 Timothy 3:15, James 1:18, 1 Peter 1:22, 1 John 2:21).

2. Noble—the Greek word refers to a personal virtue (compare its other uses in 1 Timothy 3:8,11; Titus 2:2, where it is translated as “reverent” in the NKJV).

3. Right—this virtue is defined by God’s righteous character (compare its use in Philippians 1:7).

4. Pure—thought and action flowing from God’s justifying righteousness received by faith (see 1 John 3:3).

5. Lovely—aesthetic beauty, seen widely in God’s creation.

6. Admirable—“kind and winsome and gracious” (AMPC).

Paul gives two further qualifications, lest a pagan meaning be imputed to any of these virtues: “If anything is excellent or praise­worthy” (Philippians 4:8, NIV), we are to think on these heavenly virtues. Then, to remove all doubt and potential misunderstanding, Paul calls us to practice what we have learned, received, heard, and seen from his own example (Philippians 4:9).

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Join It Is Written Sabbath School host Eric Flickinger and this quarter’s author, Dr. Clinton Wahlen, as they provide additional insights into this week’s Sabbath School lesson,

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View an in-depth discussion of A heavenly Citizenship in the Hope Sabbath School class led by Pastor Derek Morris.
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