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Day 2. The Role of Contentment
Being content does not mean that you should stop striving for more or improving your situation. Rather, it means acknowledging and appreciating the blessings you already have while avoiding tying your happiness to the acquisition of more material possessions.
This concept is contrary to the "buy now, pay later, regret forever" mentality that is prevalent in our culture.
Take a moment to reflect on whether you are truly content with what you have or if you are constantly seeking more material possessions in the pursuit of happiness. It is important to remember that finding contentment in your current circumstances can bring great satisfaction and fulfillment.
In fact, the Bible states that "godliness with contentment is great gain" (1 Timothy 6:6). However, constantly wanting more and never being satisfied is inevitably going to lead to feelings of emptiness and frustration.
So, while it is important to strive for more and improve yourself, it is equally important to find contentment in your current situation and avoid the pitfalls of constantly wanting more.
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Understanding what stewardship is and how it applies to our lives will change the way we make decisions. If we understand what it means to be good stewards, we’ll begin to see not only our lives change but the world around us as well. Join us inside Part 2 to better understand what it means to be a good steward!
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