Being Satisfied!

What does (or will) it take for us to have a sense of CONTENTMENT? What is it we desire most? For what do we have a strong appetite? What is craved most in our life? There are some with little who seem very content with what they have while others who may possess just about everything money could buy appear to crave more and more. The latter are like a fire that never has enough to burn. ( Proverbs 30:16)

Solomon noted…
“THE RIGHTEOUS HAS ENOUGH TO SATISFY HIS APPETITE, but the belly of the wicked suffers want.” ( Proverbs 13:25 ESV)

Paul exhorted…
“(6) Now THERE IS GREAT GAIN IN GODLINESS WITH CONTENTMENT, (7) for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world.” ( 1 Timothy 6:6-7 ESV)

What in the world do we want? What in the world is linked to the eternity to come? What in the world provides a true sense of satisfaction? Paul went on to point out the situation the love of money places one in. True CONTENTMENT could not be had because of the distraction worldly wealth can become. Though we may find enjoyment in the use of money and possessions, we must guard against seeking a CONTENTMENT linked to them. Such a focus drives one to always looking for something better and flashier. But lasting satisfaction is linked to that which holds the truly best blessings; possessions that are of an eternal nature.

It is good for us to take an inward look to see what our desire for CONTENTMENT is really linked to. If it is not linked to the things of God we will never truly find it. The greatest gain is found in “godliness with CONTENTMENT.” It satisfies the heart, the mind, and the soul in ways nothing else can. May this be our continual pursuit.

Have a great day FINDING SATISFACTION IN RIGHTEOUS LIVING!
Carl

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