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  • Bruce Rzengota avatar

    The Glory Of Christmas Contentment Series

    Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 30, 2010
     | 4,292 views

    UNWRAPPING THE GLORY OF CHRISTMAS SHOULD LEAD US TO THE GLORY OF CHRISTMAS CONTENTMENT.

    The Glory of Christmas Contentment December 12, 2010 Phi 4:11-13 That we've unwrapped thus far. * The Glory of Christmas is greater than anything we've ever imagined it to be. * The Glory leads us to Jesus the Reflection of everything that God is and celebrates what he has done. * The Reality ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Seventh Word: Contentment Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 8, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 48,545 views

    In this sermon we examine the seventh word Jesus uttered on the cross, which is a word of contentment.

    Introduction Herbert Lockyer, in his book titled All the Last Words of Saints and Sinners, says, "The last words of both saints and sinners about to enter eternity, what they had to say before their stammering tongues lay silent in the grave, demands our deepest attention and most earnest ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Gerald Steffy avatar

    Discovery Of The Secret Of Contentment

    Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 13, 2009
    based on 7 ratings
     | 7,779 views

    The secret of contentment is found in a personal relationship with the living Christ who loves us and who is able to gives adequate strength to cope with life in spite of our circumstances.

    DISCOVERY OF THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT Philippians 4:7-13 Proposition: The secret of contentment is found in a personal relationship with the living Christ who loves us and who is able to gives adequate strength to cope with life in spite of our circumstances. Objective: My purpose is to ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Joseph Smith avatar

    Taking Hold Of Contentment

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 28, 2004
    based on 58 ratings
     | 4,508 views

    Funeral service for Dock Burgess, whose last day of life was a time of acceptance and calm. We can take hold of contentment by learning to receive, by investing in a relationship with God, and ultimately by accepting grace for life eternal.

    I am persuaded that the fundamental human problem is anxiety. I’ve watched the way we live for quite a while, and I am convinced that the most basic human issue is that we are anxious. We are fearful and afraid; we are anxious. And it is not just that we are afraid of what others may do to us. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Tom Shepard avatar

    The Joy Of Learning Contentment Series

    Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 13, 2010
    based on 44 ratings
     | 34,376 views

    This sermon give four insights on learning contentment. 1. Learn Not to Compare Yourself To OTHERS 2. Learn To Adapt To CHANGE 3. Learn To Draw On Christ’s POWER 4. Learn To Trust GOD

    The Joy of Learning Contentment In 1965 the rock band, The Rolling Stones, released a song – (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction. It was written by Mick Jagger and Keith Richards. It became the Rolling Stones first number one hit in the United Sates. In this world there are many people that seem to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Culitvating Contentment In The Kingdom Series

    Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 18, 2011
     | 5,492 views

    Jesus’ followers overcome worry by focusing on God’s faithfulness and cultivating a life of contentment.

    In his book, Jesus’ Spiritual Journey and Ours, Thomas Kepler records the account of a lady who realized that her worrying was running and ruining her life. So she made for herself a "worry table" in which she tabulated all her anxieties. After a period of time, she discovered that her ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • James Dorman avatar

    Stop Covetting And Be Content Series

    Contributed by James Dorman on May 3, 2017
     | 4,108 views

    A study in the 10th commandment.

    INTRO: AG: It was the middle of the night. Keith Richards, guitarist for the Rolling Stones, had a musical riff playing in his head. He woke up, grabbed his guitar and a tape recorder, recorded the tune and then went back to sleep. Their front man, Mick Jagger, wrote lyrics to go with the tune. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Great Wealth Of Contentment Series

    Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 17, 2013
     | 4,103 views

    I want my audience to become very conscious of the effects of covetousness and to replace it with contentment

    I was doing OK. Really, I was. Life was pretty good. But then, I heard that if I want to feel right, I need to get a Bowflex. I don’t have a Bowflex, so, I suddenly realize I’m not as healthy as I should be. I can’t be. That guy in the ad has better abs than I do – ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Peace Through Contentment Series

    Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 11, 2017
     | 11,479 views

    Although facing great adversity, Paul had learned to be content. The Lord had been faithful to provide the strength he needed to endure whatever trials or difficulties he faced. We too can learn contentment and receive strength for our trials.

    Peace through Contentment Philippians 4: 10-13 Our text today offers a compelling and intimate look within the heart of Paul. This letter to the Philippian church was penned from a Roman prison. Paul was bound, and unable to minister freely as he once did. The possibility of execution loomed each ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • David Henderson avatar

    "The Secret To Contentment" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 30, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 23,007 views

    An old Chinese Proverb says this…. If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap; if you want happiness for a day—go fishing, if you want happiness for a year, go inherit a fortune; but if you want happiness for a lifetime-go help someone.

    “The Secret to Contentment” Philippians 4: 8-13 An old Chinese Proverb says this…. If you want happiness for an hour, take a nap; if you want happiness for a day—go fishing, if you want happiness for a year, go inherit a fortune; but if you want happiness for a lifetime-go help someone. Whatever ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Learning To Be Content (Full) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 5, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,731 views

    To establish, we must learn: to be content in all life’s situations; to genuinely commend others for their communications (financial support); and, to be contingent (dependent) upon God’s supplying all of our needs according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

    INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Learning to be Content 2. Learning to be Commending 3. Learning to be Contingent Remarks. 1. In this lesson, we will discuss the theme: "Learning to be Contented.” The apostle Paul now in prison, in the city of Rome: imprisoned for his work in Christ among the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Christopher Arch avatar

    Learning The Lesson Of Contentment

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on Sep 2, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 1,466 views

    This is a message from a series I preached on Philippians.

    Title: “Learning the Lesson of Contentment” Scripture: Phil. 4:10-13 Type: Expository series Where: GNBC 9-3-23 Intro: Listen to the words of the wisest and richest man who ever lived. He literally had “it all”. “These are the words of the Teacher,[a] King David’s son, who ruled in ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Commitment Leads To Contentment Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 20, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,812 views

    This is a sermon on Pergamos - it is a sermon that deals with our call, our character and our commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.

    Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17; Matthew 4:1-11 Title: Commitment leads to contentment Theme: Commitment INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! One of the greatest leaders of the past century was Sir Winston Churchill. Churchill served as the Prime Minister of the ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Living A Life Of Contentment Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 22, 2025
     | 356 views

    The Scriptures call us to live a life of contentment, not rooted in material accumulation, but in trust and satisfaction in God’s provision.

    LIVING A LIFE OF CONTENTMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 4:11-13 Supporting Texts: 1 Timothy 6:6-8, Hebrews 13:5, Luke 12:15, Psalm 23:1, Ecclesiastes 5:10 INTRODUCTION: Contentment is a rare and powerful virtue in today’s world, where people are constantly driven by the ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Paul Dayao avatar

    The Secret To True Contentment

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 30, 2025
     | 190 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