what does the bible say about being content?
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Philippians 4:11-13 Not that I speak from want, for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am. ... 1 Timothy 6:6-12 But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.
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In the King James Version of the Bible, Romans 13 reads, “Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.” ... Romans 13:1 clearly states that: “Every person is to be in subjection to the governing authorities.
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Lamentations 3:22-23 (KJV) ~ It is of the Lord's mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not. They are new every morning: great is thy faithfulness.
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Ephesians 2:10 – “For we are God's masterpiece. ... 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 – “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.”
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Content. In the King James Version of the Bible the text reads: Blessed are the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
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Ecclesiastes 5:10 Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income. This too is meaningless. Proverbs 11:4 Wealth is worthless in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death.
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The Bible states that God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7) and that Jesus taught it is better to give then receive (Acts 20:35). ... Both pride and low self-esteem prevent us from participating in the body of Christ and being able to see ourselves as God does: one of His children and an equal heir of His kingdom.
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Romans 8:39 That is something you can never hear enough. Nothing you will ever do will break the love that the Lord has for you. Even in your weakest moments where you feel unworthy and inadequate, you are loved and seen in fullness and greatness.
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"Delight: Whatever it takes Lord increase my delight in you as the greatest treasure of my heart. 'Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart. ' (Psalm 37:4) 'For where your treasure is there your heart will be also. '
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The Bible states that God loves a cheerful giver (2 Corinthians 9:7) and that Jesus taught it is better to give then receive (Acts 20:35). ... Being able to receive a gift with gratitude is a sign of a healthy, humble spirit, which is also pleasing to God.
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Wealth, according to the Bible, is like fire, good but dangerous. Everyone sees the good, so the Bible warns us about the danger. Danger one: the desire to get rich (I Timothy 6:10). Danger two: worry about money (Matthew 6:25-34).
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Deuteronomy 8:18 But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today. Proverbs 28:19 Whoever works his land will have plenty of bread, but he who follows worthless pursuits will have plenty of poverty.
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The Good News: The only source of true happiness is the Lord. All of the things you receive in your life that give you happiness are because you believe in God. “Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy.”
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1 Corinthians 6:9–10 - Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God."
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The verse in the Bible that most Christians make reference to is Leviticus 19:28, which says,”You shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor tattoo any marks on you: I am the Lord.” So, why is this verse in the Bible? ... If so, as Christians, we need to reconsider...
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"Do Unto Others" Bible Verse. Mark 12:31, Luke 10:27 - "... Love your neighbor as yourself..." These verses from the Christian Bible, also known as the “Golden Rule” Bible verses, issue an injunction that is among the highest, most beautiful things that religion has to offer.
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Happiness is the feeling we get when our mind visits having a desire met (whether acting, thinking, or dreaming). Contentment is the feeling of not having the desire to begin with.