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13. Dive Deeper: I Can Do All Things (Philippians 4:13)
- Collected Joys
- Nov 21
- 5 min read
Updated: Dec 8
About our Dive Deeper Series
Welcome! This post accompanies our newest book, Memory Verses in Action —created to help kids not only memorize Scripture but also live it out in daily life.
Each post of our Dive Deeper series includes extra resources for every verse in the book—featuring activities, songs, teaching videos, and reflection questions to help kids understand and apply God’s Word.
To learn more about the book and explore all the available resources, click here.
Dive Deeper: Philippians 4:13
“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
— Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)
Philippians 4:13 reminds kids that they’re never alone when they face something hard, new, or uncertain. Paul wrote this verse from prison, and yet he had learned that no matter what his circumstances were—whether he had plenty or very little—Jesus gave him the strength to keep going. This truth is just as powerful for children today.
When kids feel nervous, discouraged, or unsure, they can remember that Christ is with them and will give them the strength they need. Whether it’s trying a new activity, being brave at school, or choosing what’s right when it’s hard, they can rely on Jesus’ power, not their own.
Below you’ll find simple ways to help your child understand what this verse means and how they can trust Christ for strength in everyday situations.
Activity Idea: "Strong in Jesus” Tower
Use this simple building activity to show kids why it’s important to rely on Christ’s strength instead of their own.
What You Need:
Blocks, plastic cups, or Legos
A soft surface (like a pillow)
A hard surface (like a book or table)
What to Do:
Build on a soft base. Have your child build a tower on a pillow. Watch how it wobbles and falls easily.
Build on a firm base. Now build the same tower on a strong foundation—like a book or the floor. Notice how steady and strong it becomes.
Talk About It:
Explain that trying to handle hard things on our own is like building on the wobbly pillow—we’re not as strong as we think. But when we trust Jesus and remember that He gives us strength, we’re building on a solid foundation.
Additional Discussion Topics and Questions
Use these topics and questions to help kids understand what it really means to find strength in Christ and how this verse applies to everyday life.
It can be helpful to break this verse down into four big truths:
1. Jesus Gives Us Strength
We don’t face hard things alone. Jesus gives us the strength we need—whether we’re scared, unsure, or doing something new.
2. Strength Isn’t About Being the Best
Paul didn’t mean he could do anything he wanted. He meant he could do what God asked him to do because Christ gave him strength—even in tough situations.
3. We Can Trust Jesus in Every Situation
Whether we have plenty or little, feel brave or nervous, Jesus is always with us. We can rely on His strength every day.
Additional discussion questions:
Where does our strength come from, according to this verse?
Help kids understand: our strength comes from Christ.
What are some things that feel hard for you?
School, friendships, new activities, fears.
How can Jesus help you in those moments?
Connect Christ’s strength to real-life situations.
Did Paul mean he could do anything he wanted?
Explain he meant he could do whatever God asked, because Christ strengthened him.
What was happening in Paul’s life when he wrote this verse?
He was in prison, yet he trusted Jesus for strength.
How does God show love for you today?
Your 1 John 4:19 question fits beautifully here—God’s love is the reason He gives us strength.
How does God’s love help us trust Him for strength?
A natural connection: we trust God because He loves us.
Who can you encourage with this verse this week?
Invite kids to think of someone who needs strength or courage.
Who wrote the book of Philippians?
Paul wrote Philippians.
What else was Paul known for?
Paul was known for being one of the greatest missionaries in the early church. He traveled to many places to tell people about Jesus and wrote letters (like Philippians) to encourage believers.
🎶 Song / Video
Listen to “I Can Do All Things” from Hidden In My Heart, Volume I by Scripture Lullabies.
This gentle, peaceful song helps kids remember that Jesus gives them strength in every situation. Play it during quiet time, bedtime, or while working on a hard task—it's a beautiful reminder that Christ is always with them.
🌟 Closing Thought
Philippians 4:13 reminds us that we don’t face hard things alone—Jesus gives us strength. This week, encourage your child to remember that Christ is with them and will help them do what’s right, even when it feels challenging.
✨ Next Dive Deeper:
James 1:5 – Ask God for Wisdom
In our next Dive Deeper lesson, we’ll learn what the Bible says about asking God for wisdom when we don’t know what to do. Kids will discover that God gives wisdom generously and loves to guide us in every situation.
Click below to begin the next lesson, or visit our Dive Deeper page to explore all the resources that go along with Memory Verses in Action.
Our Favorite Kids’ Bibles & Devotionals
Looking for more ways to help your child grow in God’s Word? Here are a few of our favorite Bibles, devotionals, and faith-building books for kids! These are wonderful tools to use alongside the Memory Verses in Action series and to encourage everyday conversations about faith at home.
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This is one of our top recommendations! All the verses in Memory Verses in Action come from the NIV translation (except for Philippians 4:13), so kids can easily find and follow each passage in this Bible. It’s filled with colorful illustrations, fun facts, and “Live It!” features that help kids apply God’s Word to daily life. This is a great Bible for elementary-aged readers!
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