Sermons about Discovering Contentment

The Art Of Contentment

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Nov 12, 2005

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Paul addresses the contentment he finds in his spiritual blessings as opposed to materialism. This is a lesson of great importance to we who belong to a nation obsessed with material things.

We have been studying this letter written by the Apostle Paul to the congregation at Philippi. We find ourselves in the last chapter and, in the passage under consideration, we finally learn what led Paul to write this letter to begin with. The Philippian brethren learned of Paul’s imprisonment ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Be Content

Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Nov 12, 2006

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God will supply all our needs.

HOW TO BE CONTENT Philippians 4:10-19 November 12, 2006 Broadway Baptist Church Rev Dan Bauder INTRODUCTION Few things get a persons attention quicker than a downward shift in their finances. . Churches are no different. As a church, as long as our expenses are less than our income we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of Contentment

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Mar 13, 2003

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The Apostle Paul will help us to understand the secret of contentment it’s not found in a fountain that provides perpetual youth, or being 18 again or in money or success… but in the Lord!

Southern Hills Baptist Church March 16th 2003 “The secret of contentment” Philippians 4:10-13 By Pastor Mark Hensley 10I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11I am not saying this ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 18, 2006

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Truths can one learn from the last words of the Saviour from the cross

THE WORD OF CONTENTMENT "And when Jesus had cried with a loud voice, he said, Father, into thy hands I commend my spirit: and having said thus, he gave up his spirit." Luke 23:46 These words set before us the last words of the Saviour before He died. It is words of contentment, of faith, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Contentment

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 31, 2004

based on 38 ratings

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reasons for discontentment in life and how to find contentment

Finding Contentment in Life At one time Howard Hughes was the richest man in the world. All he ever really wanted in life was more. He wanted more money, so he parlayed inherited wealth into a billion-dollar pile of assets. He wanted more fame, so he broke into the Hollywood scene and soon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Contented Family Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 2, 2004

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5th in a 5 part series applying Biblical answers to family issues. (Using the 10 commandments as a Biblical basis)

THE CONTENTED FAMILY EXODUS 20:17 & I TIMOTHY 6:6-10 & 17-20 INTRODUCTION: A Sunday School teacher told her class of 2nd graders the story found in Luke 16 of the Rich man and Lazarus. How that when they were here upon the earth the rich man had everything that money could buy and poor ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:17

Denomination: Christian Church

Learning To Be Content Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007

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Paul shows that being content for a believer is different from the worldly definition. Are you Content in Your circumstance?

INTRODUCTION A. This past week has been confusing to say the least. 1. Heart – not THIS week! 2. Here I am – needing to prepare 2 sermons – and this! a. How do you prepare for Saturday when you don’t know the response b. How do you prepare for Sunday for same reason 3. Then the Question: How do ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Counterfeit Contentment

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Jul 22, 2007

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Where are you on the contentment scale? Do you have genuine contentment in your life? The Apostle Paul says in Philippians 4:11, “Not that I speak from want, for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am.” The contentment Paul speaks

Where are you on the contentment scale? Do you have genuine contentment in your life? The Apostle Paul says in Philippians 4:11, “Not that I speak from want, for I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am.” The contentment Paul speaks of is the realization of Psalm 23:1: “The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11

Denomination: Baptist

Free To Be Content Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Aug 3, 2007

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6th and final of a 6 part summer series from the Book of Philippians on how we are free in Christ

FREE TO BE CONTENT Freedom! Series - Week 6 PHILIPPIANS 4:10-13 INTRODUCTION:(Drama: Puzzle Pieces - from Willow Creek) Do you know any Cam’s? Folks that look like they’ve got it all together... money, great house, expensive car... They’ve achieved pretty much everything they have set out in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Christian Church

Learn To Be Content Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

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The believer needs to understand the value of contentment, what doen’t bring contentment, and to learn to trust in God’s providence.

Learn To Be Content Introduction; The Quaker’s offer, An old wise Quaker farmer posted this sing on his best piece of property, “This land will be given to the first truly satisfied person who passes this way.” No sooner than the sign was put a person comes to his door. The man states that he is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Keys To Contentment

Contributed by John White on May 8, 2010

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We are not necessarily called to be happy, but are commanded to be content.

KEYS TO CONTENTMENT Philippians. 4:1 - 19 Do you remember the prayer of the impatient Christian? It goes something like this, "Lord please give me patience, and I want it right now!" We also know that when we pray for patience we may be praying for trouble because experience and scripture tell us ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Contentment

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 20, 2011

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A man without God is a person who's life is going to be meaningless. God has a plan for your life and until you live it you will not be content.

A life of contentment Ecclesiastes 5:1-5:8 Introduction- Ecclesiastes 5:1-8 Have you ever read the book of Ecclesiastes? Fold the Bible in half, that Psalms, go forward two books, proverbs, then Ecclesiastes. It opens up… meaningless, meaningless, everything is meaningless. Wisdom is ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

The Secret Of Contentment

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Aug 20, 2009

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The secret of contentment isn’t found in something, but in someone. This message reveals what is involved.

THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT Text: Phil.4: 10-13 Intro: Contentment is a very illusive condition for most people in society today. More often than not, the world tends to believe that contentment is something that comes from outside themselves—something that usually seems to be just beyond their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

Godliness With Contentment Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 6, 2011

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What will godliness plus contentment do for us? 1- Godliness plus contentment will bring great gain 2- Godliness plus contentment will avoid harmful desires 3- Godliness plus contentment will keep us faithful

INTRO.- What’s the hardest thing you’ve ever done in life? Let’s say the hardest physical thing. Work an 80 hour week? That’s just about 12 hours a day. Well, 84 hours in 7 days. Did you ever do that? That would be hard no matter what kind of work you were doing. Let ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Content Church Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jan 7, 2008

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Churches can refuse to face the reality of their spiritual condition before God. Forms & traditions can replace God’s presence and power. God here show the way out & the way back.

Revelation 3:1-6 The CONTENT CHURCH [Matthew 22:1-14] Churches can refuse to face the reality of their spiritual condition before God. Forms and traditions can become so ingrained that they continue on and become void of Holy Spirit power. Good actions and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

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