Contentment Flashcards
Definition
To be satisfied in my present circumstances knowing that God will provide for my every NEED!
What is the Key Verse?
1 Timothy 6:6
What does the Key Verse tell us?
Godliness leads to contentment!
What does 1 Timothy 6:9-10 tell us?
The pursuit/love of money is at the root of all kinds of evil and CAN cause people to walk from God.
What does 1 Timothy 6:7-8 tell us?
All we really need to be content is food and clothes.
What does Luke 12:15 tell us?
Life is NOT about stuff!
What are the 4 reasons to be content with God that we read about in Psalm 107:8-9?
- His unfailing love
- His wonderful works
- He is satisfying
- He fills the hungry soul
What does Philippians 4:11-13 tell us?
Paul learned to be content no matter what is circumstance were because he had Christ.
Where do we read about the Circumstances in Paul’s Life?
2 Corinthians 11
In 2 Corinthians 11 what are 5 troubles that Paul faced?
- Worked Hard
- Exposed to death
- Often gone without food
- Been in prison
- Stoned once
What does Hebrews 13:5 tell us?
I can be content because God has promised to never leave me or forget about me!
3 Synonyms
- to be filled
- to be satisfied
- comfortable
3 Antonyms
- to strive
- unable to get along with others
- always competing
The Path of Discontentment
- Be dissatisfied with what you have
- Complain
- Become disappointed when things don’t go your way
- Allow bitterness to take root
- Inward Anger
- Outward Anger
3 Characteristics of Content People
- They like themselves
- They exercise personal control in their lives
- They are positive or optimistic
