For much of my life, I’ve wanted to be successful. I wanted to look good, have more money, and just outdo the competition. I did not really have specific goals for myself. It was always just a feeling that a better life was out there to be had. Looking back, my ability, my clothes and my financial situation were not the problem to my success, it was a lack of contentment.
Scripture tells us to be content with what we have. God has blessed each of us uniquely and has equipped us according to His plan which will bring true success. Although we worship the same God, we are on different journeys requiring different tools and gifts. Whenever you see others with certain qualities, achievements, or possessions, know that God has readied them for their own journey. In the same way, God has supplied you with everything you need for the work He has intended for you.
God will always give you what you need. It is easy to fall into the trap of endlessly wanting something more or different. However, our creator has already gone ahead of us and laid out the path he intends for us to walk. He knows exactly what you need, and He ensures that you will have it and it will be above your expectations. As you walk that path, be filled with contentment knowing that He is always with you and that you have exactly what you need for life’s journey.
“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you.” Hebrews 13:5.
Let’s Pray
Oh Lord, You are my shepherd and I should not be in want, but so often I struggle to be content; forgetting that you have graciously provided me with every spiritual blessing in Christ and everything I need for life and godliness. Thank you for often not giving me what I want because my desires would draw my heart from being satisfied in You. Help me to be content in You with what You have given me and not be focused on what my flesh wants or what the world tells me I should have. In Christ’s name Amen
Let’s Reflect
1) In what area of your life are you most prone to discontentment?
2) How does having faith in God’s plan for your life impact your ability to experience contentment?
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