S) " 7 For we have brought nothing into the world, so we cannot take anything out of it either. 8 If we have food and covering, with these we shall be content."
1 Timothy 6:7-8 (NASB)
O) The message of this passage is simple living and contentedness. This is a reminder that being a content person is not a personality trait, but rather a very conscious decision. Keeping an eternal perspective, and realizing that our life on earth is temporary sets the tone for accepting present circumstances and choosing to be content.
A) I'm generally content but I have my moments of materialism. I suppose the fact that this verse jumped out at me is a testiment to the fact that the last few months or so I had noticed a more discontent attitude in myself. I had already begun to address that issue in my heart, but this is a good reminder, especially around Christmas. Not only do I want to set this straight in my own heart, but it's important to me to set the tone and culture for my family. Again, especially around Christmas, it's vital that I'm walking as a good example of a content heart.
P) Father, thank You for humble beginnings. I know that I dealt with a lot of envy and greed growing up. A large issue of pride was based on the misconception that I had somehow pulled myself out of the financial chaos in which I was raised and had managed to create a stable life for myself. While I've learned through Your Word that I must be financially responsible, I've also learned that everything on earth is temporary. I want to have financial resources as a means of blessing others, not as a personal security. Holy Spirit, continue to remind me that my financial security, and all my securities, are found in Christ alone. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
A) I'm generally content but I have my moments of materialism. I suppose the fact that this verse jumped out at me is a testiment to the fact that the last few months or so I had noticed a more discontent attitude in myself. I had already begun to address that issue in my heart, but this is a good reminder, especially around Christmas. Not only do I want to set this straight in my own heart, but it's important to me to set the tone and culture for my family. Again, especially around Christmas, it's vital that I'm walking as a good example of a content heart.
P) Father, thank You for humble beginnings. I know that I dealt with a lot of envy and greed growing up. A large issue of pride was based on the misconception that I had somehow pulled myself out of the financial chaos in which I was raised and had managed to create a stable life for myself. While I've learned through Your Word that I must be financially responsible, I've also learned that everything on earth is temporary. I want to have financial resources as a means of blessing others, not as a personal security. Holy Spirit, continue to remind me that my financial security, and all my securities, are found in Christ alone. In Jesus' name I pray. Amen.
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