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  • Jason Jones avatar

    How To Find Contentment

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2019
     | 4,612 views

    The teaching here is two-fold: contentment versus greed and instructions to the rich. The common bond is the purpose of blessing and contentment with provision for the greedy and for the rich.

    A. Opening illustration: Contentment in wedding vows, “for richer or for poorer,” 80% 5.6 billion people live on less than $10/day ($3650/yr), half are less than $2.50/day ($912/yr). US poverty line is over $12K/yr, 4X the global rate, 44 million people. 20% of Troup Co. below poverty line, 13,510 ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Joy And Secret Of Contentment Series

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 3,528 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Joy and Secret of Contentment

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Joy and Secret of Contentment 4:10-13 David Taylor Paul moves from worry to contentment. He knows what is it to face life and worry tells us that to turn to God and his peace will fill our souls God’s peace floods his mind and heart like a warrior to do battle ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Joy And Secret Of Contentment

    Contributed by David Taylor on Mar 6, 2014
     | 3,371 views

    Philippians - Manual of Joy Joy and Secret of Contentment

    Philippians - Manual of Joy The Secret of Contentment 4:10-13 David Taylor Contentment does not come naturally to us but it is possible to live with contentment. Paul said he had learned the secret of contentment. A lack of contentment shows up in the high rate of consumer debt. We ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Secret To True Contentment

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 30, 2025
     | 174 views

    This sermon teaches that the cure for materialism is a deep contentment found not in our possessions, but in the unshakable promise that God will never leave or forsake us.

    Introduction We live in a world that is engineered to make us feel dissatisfied. Every advertisement, every social media feed, every billboard is designed to plant a seed of discontent in our hearts. You need a newer car, a bigger house, a better vacation, the latest phone. The message is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It Is Well

    Contributed by Larry Grant on Jan 28, 2023
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     | 3,307 views

    "It is well", must have been the theme phrase of this Shunamite woman's life. She knew that there are things in life that we cannot control and yet she demonstrated her faith in God by keeping the standard in the face of extreme trials, knowing that He was in complete control.

    2 Kings 4:14-26 (NKJV) “It is Well” January 27, 2023 The United Kingdom (Saul, David, Solomon) has divided (931 BC). Our text takes place around 850 BC - Elisha was God’s prophet to the Northern kingdom. He was the son of a farmer, Shaphat, and also understudy of Elijah. At Elijah’s ascension ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Forgotten Word In The 21st Century

    Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 1, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,695 views

    The goal of this message is to show that A life of contentment is being committed to marginal living.

    A Forgotten Word in the 21st Century Philippians 4:10-13 There are a number of words that are not forgotten in our 21st Century culture: Success – “How to achieve and maintain success” is a popular subject. “Bull” and “Bear” are topics that are debated. Power, Popularity, Poverty, Rich, ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    Battles That Hinder Men From Being Lifted

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 4, 2025
     | 144 views

    Every man destined for greatness faces spiritual battles designed to delay or hinder divine lifting, but through faith and warfare prayer, these battles can be conquered.

    BATTLES THAT HINDER MEN FROM BEING LIFTED By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 10:12-13 Key Verse: “But the prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me one and twenty days: but, lo, Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me…” (Daniel 10:13) Supporting Texts: Psalm 3:1-3; Zechariah ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Being With It

    Contributed by Paul Cull on Feb 6, 2006
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,729 views

    The necessity of proclaiming the gospel, the necessity of cultural relevance and the necessity of spiritual integrity

    Being with it - the necessity and challenges of cultural relevance There have been remarkable changes in rural communities over the last fifty years or even the last twenty years. When many of us were children, we grew up with a good understanding of the agricultural world. Many of the children ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

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    Being There Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 27, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,385 views

    This is the 1st sermon in the series "God’s Gift Of..."

    Family Worship November 22, 2009 Bel Aire Baptist Church Series: God’s Gift Of… [#1] BEING THERE Ruth 1:1-22 Introduction: So, I know that it is hard to believe for some; but Christmas is 1 month away and the stores are working overtime already. Some you have already ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    To Be Or Not To Be? Series

    Contributed by Victor Yap on Dec 22, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,638 views

    Parables for Stewards, Pt. 4

    TO BE OR NOT TO BE? (LUKE 13:6-9) The fig is highly valued not only by the Jews but also her neighbors (Ps 105:33). The Israelites were promised fig trees in the Promised Land (Deut 8:8). In Palestine and other warm climates the fig yields two crops annually- one about June and one about August. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Finding Freedom From Your Circumstances Series

    Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 3, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,801 views

    This MSG is about how to ensure that circumstances do not become our master.

    Finding Freedom From Circumstances OKAY – I want to read a couple of passages of Scripture that will lay the groundwork for our conversation this morning. AND – please keep in mind that the words I am about the read are literally God-breathed, alive and active. UNDERSTAND MGCC – these words ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Who We Are

    Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 10, 2020
     | 4,193 views

    We make Christ known by being present an active in the world... by making a difference.

    Title: Who We Are Text: Matthew 5:13-20 Thesis: We make Christ known by being present and active in the world… by making a difference. Introduction Good Housekeeping Magazine cites the five most common things people notice when they visit someone’s home. Here’s the list of the five most ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Finding Contentment In A World Built For Greed Series

    Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009
    based on 4 ratings
     | 7,292 views

    It was Bob Dylan who said, everybody worships something and he was right. Many times, that has led to the drive for more. The more we have, the more we want, and when that doesn’t bring happiness we want all the more.

    Finding Contentment in a World Built for Greed Luke 12:13-15, 20-21 The goal of the Game of Life is to get married, have kids, and try to accumulate as much wealth as possible so that you can become a millionaire. It teaches the lesson that the one with the most toys wins. The Game of Life portrays ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Contentedness Series

    Contributed by Todd Leupold on Apr 28, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,258 views

    The problem of dissatisfaction is a human problem. The answer to the conundrum of unfettered contentment is a spiritual answer that must be sought, found and maintained in Christ at all times!

    CONTENTEDNESS Series: “7 Spiritually Healthy Habits” Perth Bible Church Sunday, December 6, 2009 AM Rev. Todd G. Leupold INTRODUCTION: It's the first Sunday of December and snow is finally on the ground. It is officially the season of giving and getting, making your list and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    "The ‘be' Attitudes” Series

    Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 9, 2009
    based on 8 ratings
     | 8,366 views

    An introductory sermon to a series on the Beatitudes.

    Jesus is in the happiness business. We find Him using the word, “blessed” nine times in our text. The word simply means “happy” in the genuine sense of internal joy. So it is that Jesus shares with us in these verses the secrets to true happiness. Now, one will quickly notice as he reads what ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist