THE SECRET TO LIVING A CONTENTED LIFE

THE SECRET TO LIVING A CONTENTED LIFE


Many people, including many Christians think a contented life is one of wealth, stable job, large home, a new vehicle every few years, good wife/husband, nice children, expensive clothes, good church and being able to get along with the in-laws. 
That is not what the writers of the Bible meant when they refer to contentment. 
Placing our hope in these worldly aspects is a counterfeit view. 
Although not necessarily sinful, that viewpoint can only lead to discontent and overwhelming heartache if a disaster comes along and these gains are suddenly gone.

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