Contentment or Chasing after the Wind . . .
Where do you see yourself in that statement? Are you resting in the contentment of Christ or still chasing the winds of the world ~ seeking satisfaction in every place but Him. King Solomon did a lot of chasing after the wind and what did he discover when all was said and done? Hear his words from Ecclesiastes 4:6, "Better one handful with tranquility than two handfuls with toil and chasing after the wind." Pretty powerful words coming from King David's son who was considered the richest man in the world.
In Strengthening Your Grip, Pastor Chuck Swindoll says, " Great wealth is not related to money. It is an attitude of satisfaction ("enough is enough") coupled with inner peace (an absence of churning) plus a day-by-day, moment-by-moment walk with God. . . . In a word, the secret is contentment."
King Solomon finally realized that it is only in God that we find true contentment and absolute satisfaction.
The apostle Paul recognized this truth as well. "I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or want."
Philippians 4:11-12
Father today, help me to focus on the contentment I have in You and not in my circumstances. To rest in the fact that the "secret of being content" is resting in You and Your continued provision for all of my needs.
My grace is sufficient for you. 2 Corinthians 12:9
Thursday, November 14, 2013
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Encouragment for the Journey . . . 2013
Thanking Him for Redemption . . .
Thank you Father that when we put our hope in Your unfailing love there is FULL redemption. Psalm 130:7
Praise the LORD . . . thank You for providing redemption for Your people, ordaining Your covenant forever -- Holy and Awesome is Your Name. Psalm 111:1, 9
Thank You for reminding us that ALL of us are sinners, no one is exempt, ALL of us have fallen short, not measured up to Your glory and never will. Thank You for freely offering forgiveness and redemption through Your Son, Jesus!!! For this we are eternally grateful!!!! Romans 3:23-24
Help us never forget that it was You and You only who rescued us from the dominion, or as the CEV translation says, "God rescued us from the dark power of satan and brought us into the kingdom of His dear Son, who forgives our sins and sets us free."
Colossians 1:13-14
Trusting in His redemption today . . . walking freely in His marvelous grace . . . are you?
But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions -- it is by grace you have been saved.
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith -- and this is not from yourselves, it is from God -- not by works, so that no one can boast."
Ephesians 2:4-5, 8-9
Thank you Father that when we put our hope in Your unfailing love there is FULL redemption. Psalm 130:7
Praise the LORD . . . thank You for providing redemption for Your people, ordaining Your covenant forever -- Holy and Awesome is Your Name. Psalm 111:1, 9
Thank You for reminding us that ALL of us are sinners, no one is exempt, ALL of us have fallen short, not measured up to Your glory and never will. Thank You for freely offering forgiveness and redemption through Your Son, Jesus!!! For this we are eternally grateful!!!! Romans 3:23-24
Help us never forget that it was You and You only who rescued us from the dominion, or as the CEV translation says, "God rescued us from the dark power of satan and brought us into the kingdom of His dear Son, who forgives our sins and sets us free."
Colossians 1:13-14
Trusting in His redemption today . . . walking freely in His marvelous grace . . . are you?
But because of His great love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive with Christ even when we were dead in transgressions -- it is by grace you have been saved.
For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith -- and this is not from yourselves, it is from God -- not by works, so that no one can boast."
Ephesians 2:4-5, 8-9
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