Bible Verses About "What Does the Bible Say About Contentment"
The Bible teaches that godliness with contentment is great gain, and believers can learn to be content in all circumstances through Christ's strength.
The Bible teaches that godliness with contentment is great gain, and believers can learn to be content in all circumstances through Christ's strength.
"Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content." — Philippians 4:11 (KJV)
KJV Verses That Answer This Question
The Scriptures below are gathered specifically to address "What Does the Bible Say About Contentment?" Each is quoted in the King James Version with a link to its full chapter.
"Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content."
"But godliness with contentment is great gain."
"Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee."
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