contentment

I have learned to be content! (Philippians 4:11, NASB1995) The best definition of “being content” in the New Testament is a satisfied self-sufficiency—caused by the indwelling of God’s Spirit. Sign me up. How about you? This isn’t fake contentment. The Bible doesn’t say, “Oh well, what else can I do?” As the Apostle Paul writes […]

I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances (Philippians 4:11, NIV). Being content is the secret of joy in life. Happiness isn’t ultimately found in education, wealth, or fame. Often those with college degrees, millions of dollars, and worldly success are miserable. The Apostle Paul, who writes about being content in Philippians 4:11, had education, wealth,

I have difficulty living Philippians 4:11 …  Not that I speak from want, for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am (NASB1995). The Apostle Paul says he has learned how to be content in any circumstances in which he finds himself. Let’s consider the situations in which Paul found himself. As he writes