Sermon Title: The Gift of Contentment

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Philippians 4:10-13

10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. 11 Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

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Contentment: The degree of happiness which consists in being satisfied with present conditions; a quiet, uncomplaining, satisfied mind.

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Synonyms: Ease, peace, gladness, serenity, fulfilment, gratification

Antonyms: Disappointment, misery, sadness, discontent, displeasure, worry, unhappiness, agitation

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What steals our contentment?

Comparison

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What steals our contentment?

Complaining

Philippians 2:14-15 (ESV)

“14 Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15 that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world,”

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What steals our contentment?

Consumption

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Contentment is an unshakable inner peace not dictated or determined by our outward circumstances.

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Matthew 11:28-30

28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

30 For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”