The Secret to Contentment

Be content with what you have. - Hebrews 13:5

The title of this devotional is a ruse, I’m afraid. Wouldn’t it be nice if there were three easy steps to contentment? It’s sort of like saying “the secret to maturity” or “the secret to great relationships” or even “the secret to success.” There’s something even in the title that makes us, well, discontent. We think there’s some magic out there just because it’s advertised, and we start thinking that what we have is not so good anymore.

This week we’ll reflect some on contentment, but there will be no easy answers, no quick fixes. What we’re talking about is the core of the spiritual journey - finding inner peace and joy, really. And so much of the scriptures that we’re going to be looking at this week will be inviting us to do the work, to grow in trust, to learn how to surrender, to love God… and these are not easy things.

Take a few moments now and ask Jesus to help you grow in contentment this week?