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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Seventh Word: Contentment Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 8, 2009
    based on 20 ratings
     | 48,488 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
     | 7,709 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

  • David Henderson avatar

    "The Secret To Contentment" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 30, 2017
    based on 4 ratings
     | 22,945 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

  • James Dorman avatar

    Stop Covetting And Be Content Series

    Contributed by James Dorman on May 3, 2017
     | 4,079 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

  • Monte Brown avatar

    Contentment Or Sour Grapes

    Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 25, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,854 views

    You can hang figs on a thorn bush and grapes on briers and pick from them, but you can’t make them a natural product of these plants. You can play the part of a Christian and go through the motions, but you’re not a Christian unless you’re connected to

    Luke 6:43-45 "For a good tree does not bear bad fruit, nor does a bad tree bear good fruit. 44For every tree is known by its own fruit. For men do not gather figs from thorns, nor do they gather grapes from a bramble bush. 45A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good; and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Darryl Klassen avatar

    Growing A Contented Spirit Series

    Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Feb 24, 2009
    based on 10 ratings
     | 13,642 views

    In an age of commercialism that breeds discontent we are challenged by Scripture to live a contented life. Paul explains how we can be content in any and every situation.

    GROWING A CONTENTED SPIRIT On a scale of one to ten (one being discontent and ten being very content) how content are you overall with your life? Think about that for a moment. Contentment is an illusive quality today. Much of the business world works hard to breed discontent so that we will buy ...read more

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    Denomination: Mennonite

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    Content--Not Settled

    Contributed by Pastor Duncan Shabane on May 21, 2020
     | 1,807 views

    we are always looking for more, we are never satisfied ** content__peace of mind

    we are always looking for more, we are never satisfied ** content__peace of mind __mental and emotional satisfaction ** when something is new we wanna settle it ** Christ is enough ** If God said it that settles it ** let us not settle for any less than God's will ** ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Jason Jones avatar

    How To Find Contentment

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 19, 2019
     | 4,589 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

  • Ron Freeman, Evangelist avatar

    Learning To Be Content (Full) Series

    Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 5, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 4,634 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

  • Paul Dayao avatar

    The Secret To True Contentment

    Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 30, 2025
     | 143 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

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Living With Godliness And Contentment

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025
     | 328 views

    If we learn to live with godliness and contentment, we will experience peace, divine favour, and an assurance of God’s provision. Our focus should not be on the temporary pleasures of the world but on eternal treasures that come from a life pleasing to God.

    LIVING WITH GODLINESS AND CONTENTMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Timothy 6:6 – “But godliness with contentment is great gain.” Supporting Texts: Philippians 4:11-13, Hebrews 13:5, Matthew 6:25-33, Proverbs 15:16, Ecclesiastes 5:10 INTRODUCTION In a world where people constantly chase ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Ernie Arnold avatar

    Commitment Leads To Contentment Series

    Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 20, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,727 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

  • Brian Harvison avatar

    Gift Giving Part 1 Series

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Jul 5, 2016
     | 6,733 views

    Part one of a two part series on spiritual gifts. This focuses on the speaking gifts looking at 1 Corinthians 12:8-10 and Romans 12:6-8

    Gift Giving Part 1 Speaking Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:8-10; Romans 12:6-8 Which is better, receiving gifts or giving gifts? The old saying goes “It is better to give than to receive” Try and teach that to your kids What makes Christmas so great for the kids? Is it going to the toy ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gift Giving Part 2 Series

    Contributed by Brian Harvison on Jul 5, 2016
     | 4,746 views

    Second in the series about spiritual gifts, focusing on the serving gifts. We look at 1 Corinthians 12:4-9 and Romans 12:7-8

    Gift Giving Part 2 Serving Gifts 1 Corinthians 12:4-9; Romans 12:7-8 Do you know what the hottest toy is this year? Maybe you remember some from years past The Razor scooter was one A few years ago the state of the art Tickle Me Elmo was a huge one There seem to be stories every year about people ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Ritchie Guerrero avatar

    How To Be Sure Of God's Will Series

    Contributed by Ritchie Guerrero on Nov 16, 2020
     | 5,472 views

    What does it mean, when we say will of God or God’s will? The will of God refers to His purpose, plan, and desire for our lives. But how can we be certain we are walking in His will, especially in times of difficulty, suffering, or pain?

    11-15-2020 November Theme: Discovering the Will of God Title: How to Be Sure of God's Will Scripture : Psalm 40:8 I delight to do Your will, O my God, And Your law is within my heart.” Introduction: Connect through the past few days, Super Typhoon Ulyses… who are affected? There were lots ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical Free