Contentment and the Kingdom Single

Definition of Contentment

• Contentment: Being at ease or at rest with where you are until you achieve where you want to be.
• It does not mean you don't desire improvements in life (e.g., better job, more income, marriage, family).
• It means not living a worried life while waiting for changes.

The Danger of Discontentment

• Example: Eve's sin due to discontentment in Genesis 3, instigated by Satan.
  • Satan convinced Eve that God was withholding something from her, leading to her discontentment.
  • Focused on the forbidden tree, ignoring all the other blessings.

Learning Contentment

• Contentment is learned, not automatic.
• Apostle Paul's teaching in Philippians 4:
  • "I have learned to be content in whatever circumstances I am."
  • Paul learned this through varied life circumstances (humble means and prosperity).
  • Key Scripture: Philippians 4:13 - "I can do all things through him who strengthens me."

Circumstances as a Teaching Tool

• God teaches contentment through various life circumstances.
• Bad days vs. good days: Contentment fluctuates.
• "I have learned through my circumstances contentment."

Paul's Experience with Contentment

• 2 Corinthians 12: Paul’s "thorn in the flesh."
  • A persistent problem allowed by God, despite prayer.
  • Paul learned to boast in his weaknesses.
  • Key lesson: God's grace is sufficient; strength is perfected in weakness.

Joseph's Example

• Joseph's life as a single young man full of ups and downs.
• Despite his trials (betrayal, slavery, false accusations), God was with him.
• Key lesson: Discovering God in challenging circumstances.

The Secret of Contentment

• The secret: To glory in weakness.
• Praising God in difficult times leads to His strength being manifested.
• Instead of complaining, focus on God's presence and strength.

Application for Kingdom Singles

• Completeness: You are complete as you are.
• Calling: Fulfill your Divine purpose.
• Contentment: Focus on God and His strength to endure difficult situations.

Conclusion

• Jesus offers His presence like a "lollipop," a focus shift during tough times.
• Completeness, calling, and contentment work together for the Kingdom Single.
• Embrace your completeness and Divine purpose, finding strength in God even when alone.

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• Key Scriptures:
  • Genesis 3
  • Philippians 4:11-13
  • 2 Corinthians 12:7-10
  • Acts 7 (Joseph’s story)
• Key Concepts: Contentment, Discontentment, Learning through Circumstances, Faith in Adversity, Divine Purpose.