Be content with God
“Now godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.” (NKJV) 1 Timothy 6:6-7
Contentment is the soul’s quiet rest in God, trusting Him for today and leaving tomorrow in His hands. Jesus taught, “Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own” (Matthew 6:34). To live one day at a time with God is to walk in freedom from anxiety, resting in His provision for the moment.
The psalmist affirms, “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want” (Psalm 23:1). When God is our portion, there is no lack. Contentment does not mean having everything we desire, but knowing that in Him we already possess all we need. Paul echoed this truth: “I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content” (Philippians 4:11). His secret was this: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” (Philippians 4:13).
But contentment is not passive. It calls us to take daily, faithful steps in obedience; trusting God in small choices, simple duties, and unseen acts of faith. Just as manna fell daily in the wilderness (Exodus 16:4), so God provides fresh mercies for each day (Lamentations 3:22–23). To be content is also to welcome the opportunities He brings, whether to serve, to learn, or to bless another, as part of His good plan for us.
Contentment in God produces peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7). It is not tied to bank accounts, health, or human applause, but anchored in the assurance that our Father holds every detail of our lives. To be content with God is to say: “If I have Him, I lack nothing. If I trust Him today, tomorrow will be safe in His hands.”
Such faith not only brings peace but transforms every day into a chance to walk with God, embrace His opportunities, and live in quiet abundance. Amen.