Contentment will not necessarily follow success, if we succeed in the
things that do not truly matter. Making wealth, power, and influence
as success indicators, will only leave us wanting for more. Chasing
for more. To the point that we ignore God-given blessings that are
already in front of us.
“Command those who are rich in this present world not to be arrogant
nor to put their hope in wealth, which is so uncertain, but to put
their hope in God, who richly provides us with everything for our
enjoyment. Command them to do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to
be generous and willing to share. In this way they will lay up
treasure for themselves as a firm foundation for the coming age, so
that they may take hold of the life that is truly life.” 1 Timothy
6:17-19
When we set our sights on what truly lasts like a faith legacy and the
hope that comes with knowing Jesus Christ, then we will know that we
have accomplished our life’s mission. We know that even our children’s
children will thrive in the Christ-centered life we have poured into
and passed on to them.
When we shift our focus from the worldly to what’s eternal, we will
know where our true security comes from and where our loyalty should
lie. In our hearts we know that health, wealth, power, and fame may
bring about good things but what truly matters is we know Who it is
from, and Who can take it away from us in an instant.
And when the inevitable happens, and our life crumbles, we will never
be hopeless. We may experience grief but we will not forever wallow in
darkness. This is because we have the confidence that no matter what
God will never abandon us. We can rest in the truth that He has a good
plan for our lives.
Once we are truly assured of that through a genuine relationship with
Jesus Christ, then we can say that we are indeed content with our
lives.
 “Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines,
though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though
there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will
rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.” Habbakkuk
3:17-18
Thank you for reading through our devotional today. I invite you to
ponder on 1 Timothy 6:6-8Â and Matthew 6:19-21 to dig deeper on
today’s topic.
Reflection Question: Do you honestly feel content with your life right
now? If yes, look back on why you feel that way, if no, how can God
play a role in your contentment?
Conversation with the Lord: Heavenly Father, thank you that knowing
you love and care for us is all that matters. That you are our
provider, sustainer, and protector, and when we put you in the center
of our lives, we can live an abundant and content life. Amen.