Scripture on contentment

What does the Bible say about contentment?

Paul learned to be content in plenty and in want — because his sufficiency was in Christ, not circumstances. The Bible calls godliness with contentment great gain, and points our hearts to a satisfaction the world cannot give.

What Scripture shows us

  • We can learn to be content in any and every situation through Christ who strengthens us.
  • Godliness with contentment is great gain.
  • The Lord is our shepherd; in Him we lack nothing.

Bible verses about contentment

"I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances."

Philippians 4:11-13

"But godliness with contentment is great gain."

1 Timothy 6:6

"The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing."

Psalm 23:1

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