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Recap of Philippians 4:12,13, January 13, 2008:
1. Signs of discontentment:
-when what we have is never enough
-when we are in a constant state of debt-can’t pay our bills
-when primary relationships are affected (marital, children, etc.)
-when we seek friends for the wrong reasons, for what they have rather than for their character
2. Steps to contentment
-evaluate our view of possessions/money
-understand the temporary nature of money/possessions
-cultivate thankfulness/gratitude toward God for provisions of necessities
-test our priorities (look at our checkbook and calendar), are we living for what will pass away or for the eternal
-find our security in what lasts, the presence of and promises of God
-abide in Christ and allow Him to strengthen us
