Scripture to Read: 1 Timothy 6:7-8
God wants us to experience His contentment in this world, but not to get caught up in living for this world. As we saw in yesterday’s devotion, God clarifies that living a godly life and being content in Him is where real gain comes from. Today, as we read 1 Timothy 6:7-8, God reminds us that we came into this world with absolutely nothing. We didn’t bring anything with us when we were born and those who cared for us provided us with everything we needed. Then God adds that we’ll also not be taking anything with us when we leave this world. Of course, for us as believers what would we possibly want to take with us knowing we will be with our Lord, living in perfection for all eternity? Nothing this world offers brings lasting contentment, peace, joy, love, satisfaction, etc. Everything in this life is fading away. Even the earthly shell we dwell in is getting older each day. So, God wants us to find our contentment in Him and in what He provides. We must remember God’s Truth in James 1:17, Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow. Everything we have is a gift from our Creator. As Paul did (Philippians 4:11-13), we need to learn to be content no matter what we face in this life. Having food to eat and clothing to wear, God says that this is enough; let’s rejoice in Him.
Challenge & Application
1. What did God teach you today about contentment in this life?
2. How are you showing gratitude to our Lord for all you already have and how are you walking in contentment in Him?
Don’t forget to pray using the A.C.T.S. (Adoration, Confession, Thanksgiving, Supplication) method!