Something I have been working on lately is being content in EVERY circumstance. Its so easy to want what you don't have. For me, after moving to VA, it has been really hard not wanting something different. One thing, for example, is instead of me complaining that we don't have a church yet, I have to be content and look for the bright side - I get tons of time with my family. Everyone has different things that might not go exactly like planned. No matter what it is, be content. Everything God does is for a reason....a reason that you won't know usually until after the fact. I always think of Paul - he worshipped God while he was in jail! Now that is real contentment! Here are some bible verses about being content:
Philippians 4:11-12 "I am not saying this because I am in need, for 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 in want."
1 Timothy 6:6 "But godliness with contentment is great gain."
1 Thessalonians 5:18 "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."
In every circumstance, be content and trust God!! He will be with you all the way through it all!!
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