True Contentment
Please see
and read, the reading for today; from Strength for Today, by David Jeremiah, as
found in the picture.
Now may I share my thoughts?
True
contentment is knowing what God‘s will is and living by faith in it. David ends
his reading today with this powerful statement which is so true. Now also in
David’s reading above, he tells us that Paul cared less about what God‘s will
“was” then he did about being faithful “in” it. Paul wanted to be faithful in
all things especially being faithful in God’s will.
I would say
that when any of us are truly grateful for all God does for us then we should
be content. This does not mean happy — content is being at peace in whatever
the situation or circumstance may be, because you know God will be with you.
Happiness is fleeting but contentment is being at peace with what you have
rather than looking for something to make you happy. Choose to be content and
happiness will follow suit.
To live a
life that is content;
Stay in the
word of God
Pray
Sing
Share the word
with others
Give
yourselves to God as a living sacrifice in order to present the “perfect will
of God“ (Romans 12:1-2)
Rejoice
Bless others
— and know they will be blessed — to bless others! (This is paying it forward
as we say today).
We find all
this in our reading today.
I would like
to add,
Live in the
moment — you may not be granted the next moment. (Think about this and realize
that life is short).
Be grateful
Be thankful
with who God made you to be. You are special!! The very design God used for you
He did not give to anyone else. So thank God for He never makes mistakes. You
are His beloved and precious in His sight!!
The older I
get the more content I am, because, I realize God is in control of all things
and because He does an excellent job; I reap the benefits when I stay in His
will.
Now that my
dear friends, is being content. My faith sets and keeps me in a place of
contentment.
How about
you?
Does your faith
set you and keep you in a place of contentment?
Let’s be
grateful for our very lives, our family, friends, professions, food on our
table, our homes and our pets. All things may not be perfect — but that is OK
— be content in all things and you will
see life is sweeter, moment by moment. Find the love, joy, peace and
contentment in all you do and share that with all who are in your presence at
any given time. Let’s be faithful to God and do His will every day bringing all
glory to Him. In this, we will be content.
Have a great
day in the Lord.
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