The Heart Work of Contentment

Recognizing when we have enough—be it money, clothes, or food—does not come naturally. The Apostle Paul speaks about learning contentment, suggesting it requires growth. Despite our possessions or circumstances, we often find ourselves searching for more.

Contentment is a deeply spiritual issue. God’s purpose for us is not about chasing “more” or “less.” Both materialism and asceticism miss the point; the focus should be on God's pursuit of us. Only by learning to be content, as Paul did, can we truly live in the present.