Gift of Contentment

I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. ~Philippians 4:10

To be content...in today's world, we are taught not to be content. There is always the next best thing. You should never settle for second best. If you aren't winning, you are a loser...never mind that you are trying ... you have to WIN at all costs. Having just come through the Christmas commercials, a good present for your someone special has to do with diamonds and a kiss or a specific song that sends the recipient running to the door to find a beautiful car with a bow in the driveway. Our culture is being taught to not be content.

As I was seeking the gift from God yesterday, I loved looking for how He would move me and I would feel His presence. I was touched by the rose that is struggling to open in our back yard. I noticed the confused butterfly bush sending out new leaves...I wanted to assure both of them that it is still very much winter and that they should just rest...

Much like God, He made his presence known in a very surprising way. Steve and I were sitting in the family room yesterday afternoon. He was reading a book and I had my nook and was reading Ann Voskamp's book when I was filled with an overwhelming flood of contentment. I looked at him and realized that I am content. Are there situations that I would love to change? yes! But His presence was so amazing...He wrapped His Spirit around us and we can praise Him that no matter what the situation we find ourselves in, we can be content for He is the source of our contentment.

So my gift yesterday was God's contentment...Thank you Father for the gift of contentment. Remind me that when I have you...I have all I need. In your precious name, AMEN.