Content in Christနမူနာ

WANT TO BE CONTENT?

There is a way of living that brings contentment and leads to happiness and satisfaction. In order to be content IN our circumstances even when we are not content WITH them, there are choices we must make. We must flee the things that lead to discontentment and pursue the things that give us contentment. The list of things to pursue to be content is found in scripture.

 "But as for you, O man of God, flee these things. Pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, gentleness."  1 Timothy 6:11,

Each quality will bring us closer to living the way Christ wants so that we can be content in Christ. Living with these treasures from heaven will give us a life of contentment. Clothe yourself in these things:

1. Righteousness

We know the commands of God and we obey Him because we want to show our love for Him. Our obedience to God keeps us in His will. We want to obey God and live the right way so as to please God. Righteous living brings contentment.

2. Godliness

We are devoted to God and our actions reveal our heart. We want to please God more and more in all that we do because we love Him deeply. We have a dedicated relationship to God and know that He loves us. A godly devotion brings contentment.

3. Faith

We believe that God is who He says He is and can do what He says He can do. We are sure of what we hope for and are certain of what we cannot see. We believe God and live with our hope set on heavenly things. A life filled with faith brings contentment.

4. Love

We live in love because we know that God loves us. We love others as Christ loves us with our heart set on Christ. We have brotherly love for our neighbor through the Spirit who dwells in us. A life of love brings contentment.

5. Steadfastness

We do not quit when the going gets tough but we trust God to be our strength to press on. We know that our God will fight our battles when we face challenges. Rather than quit, we fix our eyes on God and run our race with endurance. A steadfastness, even in the challenges, brings contentment.

6. Gentleness

We are patient and kind in our words and our actions as we let God have control over what we say and do. We listen and pray before we speak or act. And we live wanting to help others with kindness and compassion. A gentle spirit brings contentment.

As we live in pursuit of Christ, these qualities come to life in us and we will find our treasures in heaven.

"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."

Matthew 6:21

Dear Lord,

I want to live a life of contentment with You. As I pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, steadfastness, and gentleness, I will find Your hand upon me. My heart is open to You as you lead me to the treasures of heaven. I am content in You, my Lord when I seek You above all else.

In Jesus' name,

Amen