Contentment
I must admit that when things get a little tougher, especially in our family finances, I tend to think a lot, sometimes feel unhappy and wish I had more and wish that I did not stop working. But I know that my way of thinking and my outlook on life has an impact to what my situation going to be. I know that it has a major contribution to my unsatisfied and unhappiness life. I choose to be contented with what I have and where I am in life because I know that God will provide and not fall into self-pity trap.
Contentment is not….
… Just settling for what I have and where I am in life
… Being happy that I am poor and refusing to work hard to lift my standard living
… Waiting around for handouts from God or others
Contentment is….
… Realizing that if my physical needs are met, I can be content
… Believing that no matter what happens, God is enough
… The ability to have joy regardless of my possessions or financial situation
… Being grateful for what I do have, not what I wish I could have
… Knowing that my value as a person is in no way tied to the value of my assets
… The ability to say “no” to things that I don’t need, even though I could use and afford them.
… Keeping an “open-hand” with what I have, because I know that God will provided for me, if I am seeking His kingdom and righteousness.
Happy Beautiful Monday!
