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.

Philippians 4:11-13

I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Philippians 4:11-13

The Secret is in the Source

Life Stress Test

Death of Spouse (100)

Divorce (73)

Marital Separation (65)

Jail Term (63)

Death of family member (63)

Personal injury or illness (53)

Marriage (50)

Fired from work (47)

Marital reconciliation (45)

Retirement (45)

Change in family health (44)

Pregnancy (40)

Sex difficulties (39)

Addition to family (39)

Change in financial status (38)

Death of close friend (37)

Career change (36)

Foreclosure (30)

Change at work (29)

Trouble with in-laws (29)

Personal achievement (28)

Starting or finishing school (26)

Change in living conditions (25)

Trouble with boss (23)

Change in residence (20)

Change in schools (20)

Change in recreational habits (19)

Change in church activities (19)

Change in social activities (18)

Change in sleeping habits (16)

Change in eating habits (15)

Vacation (13)

Christmas season (12)

Minor violations of the law (11)

Content: Autárkēs

Autá = Self

Árkēs = Sufficient

I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation . . . .

Philippians 4:12-13

I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation . . . . I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Philippians 4:12-13

The secret to contentment is found in in its source.

REJOICE

Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

Philippians 4:4

GIVE THANKS

In every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

Philippians 4:6-7

FOCUS ON GOD’S GOODNESS

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.

Philippians 4:8

Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

Philippians 4:9

Lord, I rejoice in you.

Lord, I thank you.

Lord, you are good.