“My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19. We have only a few truly essential “needs”, but when it comes to “wants”, there seems to be no limit. The bread of lifeand the living waterof God’s truth are needs we often overlook. The vague dissatisfaction so many people experience […]
“I have learned, in whatever state I am, in this to be content.” Philippians 4:11. Believers should never be rebellious or discontented, even though all of us experience reversals at one time or another. Because the Lord leads us in His love and wisdom, we can rejoice in every circumstance. We must accept the bad […]
“Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.” Luke 12:15. Jesus told a parable about a man “who lays up treasure for himself,” but is not concerned about his relationship with God. How can we learn to be content with what we have […]
“If, therefore, the light that is in thee be darkness, how great is that darkness!” Matthew 6:23. If we focus on spiritual values, we will be full of light . But if we center our vision on earthly riches, the soul becomes filled with darkness. Many people put money at the top of their list of […]
“…I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances.” Philippians 4:11. Has adversity made the forecast for your life gloomy and foreboding? Are the mists of trouble obscuring your dreams of a bright tomorrow? Remember, if you have Jesus on the inside, you can take anything on the outside. A sunny attitude on the inside […]