Finding Contentment in Any Situation

1-minute read for Monday, 4/21/25

“I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.” Philippians 4:11-12, The Apostle Paul speaking (emphasis mine)

My message to you: If you aren’t content in your present situation, ask the Lord to teach you how to be content. Tell Jesus you want to learn to be content. I’m not suggesting that we shouldn’t pray for God to change our situation. But sometimes, our need is to be content where we are. This truth has been very helpful to me in my walk with God.

If Paul could learn to be content when in prison or when going hungry, we can also learn to be content no matter what our circumstances happen to be.

I pray that this short lesson will give you hope, knowing that Jesus can and will teach you how to be content. Ask Him.

(This is an excerpt from a longer post, Can We Learn To Be Content?)

Featured Image: My dog Henry in his comfy bed, with his blanket, and some favorite toys. Totally content!

In His Love, Cindy

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