“Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.”
For most of us, deer season is now over and other small game seasons are winding down for another year. Did you have a good season? Did you kill a wall hanger or maybe even your first wild animal? Are you content now with everything you deal with in life? Most should probably answer no to that question. The word content means having a mind at peace; satisfied. Many people desire to find their contentment in the cares of this world. You may have killed a good one this year, but will that help you deal with being diagnosed with cancer or maybe even losing someone close to you? Our contentment should never be found from the success in the field, a rifle, or even a new home. It should always be found in Jesus Christ because these material desires and self satisfactions are only temporary. There is one thing certain about this life; its very difficult. In this context of scripture its very interesting the place Paul is at, while he is writing this letter to the church at Philippi. Philippians 1:7 “…inasmuch as both in my bonds…” Paul is locked up in prison, but yet he still finds contentment. How is your walk today with your Saviour? Does your life reflect Jesus Christ? Are you being faithful to soul winning and reading your Bible? Could it be that your searching for contentment from the world? Looking back to the main verse of today we can jump down to verse 13 and see why Paul can find contentment even in a prison: Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.” His contentment was in Jesus Christ! Where are you searching for contentment today? Is it the material gain of this world? Jesus Christ is always the answer!
Memory Verse Week 2/3/19
Philippians 4:11
“Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.”
