Hebrews 13:5 – Meaning & Devotional
"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."
What This Verse Means
The cure for covetousness is contentment, and the foundation for contentment is God's presence. We can be satisfied with what we have because God Himself is with us. His presence is the ultimate possession.
The promise 'I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee' contains five negatives in the Greek — an emphatic, five-fold assurance. God will never, no, not ever, not at all, leave or forsake you.
Historical Context
The author closes Hebrews with practical exhortations. In a culture where material wealth determined security and status, this call to contentment was radical. God's presence replaces possessions as the source of security.
How to Apply This Today
When you feel the pull of wanting more, remind yourself of what you already have: God's permanent, unfailing presence. Contentment flows from knowing that the Creator of everything is personally with you.
Related Verses
Philippians 4:11
"I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content."
1 Timothy 6:6
"But godliness with contentment is great gain."
🙏 A Prayer from Hebrews 13:5
Lord, I choose contentment today. You are with me — that is enough. Free me from the pull of wanting more and let Your presence be my greatest treasure. Amen.
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Hebrews 13:5
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.
Hebrews 13:5
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.
Hebrews 13:5
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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Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.
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