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Contentment

In the Word

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. I can do everything through him who gives me strength (Philippians 4:12b–13).

Of the Word

The world defines contentment as being satisfied with one’s status, location, or possessions. For Christians contentment comes from knowing Jesus is our Savior from sin, death, and the devil. Our contentment comes not from what we have, but rather from what God has given us — new life through faith in Jesus as our Lord and Savior. Our status has been changed from sinful to forgiven, from dead in our sins to alive in Christ! God promises to care for us and give us all that we need. That is contentment!

Faith-filled parents want to model contentment to their children. That can be achieved by rejoicing in all that they do possess rather than complaining about what they don’t have. That kind of attitude will be admired and imitated by their children.

Stretch your faith-filled parenting: Have a family prayer and ask each family member to thank God for one blessing — physical or spiritual.

Walking with my Lord

Bounty-providing Father, give to me a contented, thankful heart, knowing that what I have is given according to Your good and gracious will for me. In Jesus’ precious name. Amen.


Mustard Seed: Faith-Filled Parenting. Authors: Rev. Larry and Shari Miller. 19/32 ©2009 Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 801 Seminary Place Ste. L010, St. Louis, MO 63105. www.lwml.org

Unless otherwise indicated, Scripture quotations were taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by International Bible Society. All rights reserved worldwide.

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