SCRIPTURE PASSAGE OF THE DAY
1 Timothy 6:6-8
6 But godliness with contentment is great gain. 7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.
8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.
Contentment- the state of being content
Content- satisfied (fulfill desires or expectations)with what one is or has; not wanting more or anything else
The scripture passage today is powerful and life changing. In todays society it is all about getting more. We got to have more money, the latest fads, a bigger television, the newest model car. We have the keep up with the Jones' mentality. But things are for the moment. For truly we came into this world with nothing and we will leave this world with nothing. In between the coming in and the leaving out, let's make it count. Let's remember what's really important. The keeping up with the Jones' mentality only brings stress and heartache. It is very hard to enjoy life when you are stressed about paying bills or how your going to be able to acheive your next gotta have it fix. Life is short. We can't waste time on things that are of little importance. When you leave this world, were is that flat screen tv going? Who will be driving your car?
If we concentrate on God and being content, we will frind great wealth in peace of mind. We should be satisfied (content) with the necessities of life. We should find great joy in having food, shelter and clothing.
Get out of the rat race of chasing things! Try being content with the things that you have. Make God the center of your joy and watch how your life and mindset change.
8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.
Contentment- the state of being content
Content- satisfied (fulfill desires or expectations)with what one is or has; not wanting more or anything else
The scripture passage today is powerful and life changing. In todays society it is all about getting more. We got to have more money, the latest fads, a bigger television, the newest model car. We have the keep up with the Jones' mentality. But things are for the moment. For truly we came into this world with nothing and we will leave this world with nothing. In between the coming in and the leaving out, let's make it count. Let's remember what's really important. The keeping up with the Jones' mentality only brings stress and heartache. It is very hard to enjoy life when you are stressed about paying bills or how your going to be able to acheive your next gotta have it fix. Life is short. We can't waste time on things that are of little importance. When you leave this world, were is that flat screen tv going? Who will be driving your car?
If we concentrate on God and being content, we will frind great wealth in peace of mind. We should be satisfied (content) with the necessities of life. We should find great joy in having food, shelter and clothing.
Get out of the rat race of chasing things! Try being content with the things that you have. Make God the center of your joy and watch how your life and mindset change.
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