Bible Verses About contentment
Scripture answer
Contentment is learned, not found. These verses help quiet comparison and the constant pull for more.
Start with Philippians 4:11-12, Hebrews 13:5, 1 Timothy 6:6; read each passage in its chapter.
Philippians 4:11-12
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.
Read in contextHebrews 13:5
Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you."
Read in context1 Timothy 6:6
But godliness with contentment is great gain.
Read in contextPsalm 23:1
The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing.
Read in contextProverbs 14:30
A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.
Read in contextEcclesiastes 5:10
Whoever loves money never has enough; whoever loves wealth is never satisfied with their income.
Read in context1 Timothy 6:8
But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.
Read in contextPsalm 16:6
The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance.
Read in contextProverbs 15:16
Better a little with the fear of the Lord than great wealth with turmoil.
Read in contextPhilippians 4:13
I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
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