Sermons about Godly Contentment

The Secret Of Contentment

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

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Contentment is found on the inside through faith in Christ not from outward possessions or circumstances.

The Secret of Contentment Philippians 4:12 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: You can’t buy contentment. But you would if you could! Every parent or grandparent knows that when the final history of the world’s wars is written, the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Content Of Worship Series

Contributed by Steve Mcfarland on Jan 16, 2005

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Part 3 in this 4-part sermon series on worship seeks to define The Content of Worship.

I.The Content Of Worship A.Adoration 1.A Bowed Heart a.Psalm 95:6-7 – “Come, let us worship and bow down, let us kneel before the Lord our Maker. For He is our God, and we are the people of His pasture and the sheep of His hand.” To be sure, the physical bowing ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

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

Contentment As Testament

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 23, 2002

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We can only truly be content in the love of God.

CONTENTMENT AS TESTAMENT I Corinthians 7:7-8 S: Contentment (singleness and life situations) Th: My Life as God’s Light Pr: WE CAN ONLY TRULY BE CONTENT IN THE LOVE OF GOD. ?: What? In what? KW: Circumstances TS: We will find in our study six circumstances that show contentment is only found in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Content? Series

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 14, 2001

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When the Apostle Paul says, “I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation,” it seems to me that he deserves a hearing.

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (REVISED - 2018) TEXT: Philippians 4:10-15; Isaiah 26:3 ILL. This is reportedly a true story about George Phillips of MS, who was going to bed when his wife told him that he had left the lights on out in his workshop. George ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:8, Philippians 4:10-23, Luke 12:18-20, Isaiah 26:3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 3, 2001

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THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT IS TO BALANCE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF WITH LOFTY HOPE IN THE LORD

BIG IDEA: THE SECRET OF CONTENTMENT IS TO BALANCE REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF WITH LOFTY HOPE IN THE LORD I. (:1) REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS OF SELF A. Humility in Attitude 1. How I think about myself “O Lord, my heart is not proud” not being puffed up with a sense of my own importance 2. How I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 131:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jun 17, 2004

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CONTENTMENT COMES WHEN YOU…1. Rely upon Christ for the power to prevail over circumstances. 2. Trust in God’s power to provide for all your needs.

Becoming a Joy-FULL Person 7. The Secret of Contentment Philippians 4:10-23 June 12/13, 2004 INTRO: I have a confession to make. I hate the ice cream man. He takes a nice content moment and turns it into cravings for something my children don’t need and can’t afford – and turns contentment into ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Contentment

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 31, 2004

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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 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

The Secret Of Contentment

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 9, 2006

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True contentment comes only through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ

The Secret of Contentment Philippians 4:10-13 July 16, 2006 Morning Service Introduction A wealthy employer once overheard one of his workers exclaim, "Oh if I only had a hundred dollars, I would be perfectly content." Knowing that his own money had not given him inner peace, he told her, "Since ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Church Of God

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

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 25, 2008

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Paul’s secret to contentment

Philippians 4:10-23 Contentment 10 I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11 I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12 I know ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: *other

Sharp Contention Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 4, 2008

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Exposition of Acts 15:36-41 regarding the disagreement that Paul and Barnabas had over whether or not to take John Mark with them

Text: Acts 15:36-41, Title: Sharp Contention, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/7/08, AM A. Opening illustration: they called it the first church of laying on of hands and healing (see below) B. Background to passage: Theological conflict settled. Church rejoicing in unity and freedom. And the heart of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:36-41

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of Contentment Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 22, 2010

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Paul writes that he has learned to be content, no matter what the circumstance may be. What is his secret?

Learning the Secret – Philippians 4:10-23 January 3, 2010 This is the story of George Phillips of Mississippi, who was going to bed when his wife told him that he'd left the light on in the shed. George opened the door to go turn off the light but saw there were people in the shed in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-23

Denomination: Baptist

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

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