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Being Content With What You Have

Hebrews 13:5 is a powerful reminder that true happiness doesn't come from wealth and material possessions, but from being content with what we have.

You see, it's easy to get caught up in the idea that we need more money, more possessions, and more status to be happy. But the truth is, true happiness comes from being content with what we have. When we're content, we're able to appreciate the blessings we've been given, rather than constantly striving for more.

Being content also means being grateful for what we have. It's important to take time to appreciate the blessings in our lives and to be thankful for the things we have rather than focusing on what we don't have.

One simple exercise I do regularly is to literally list off 20 different things that I am thankful for. From my children, to the fact that my fridge isn’t empty, or even the fact that it isn’t illegal to own a Bible where I live.

So today, I encourage you to take a moment to reflect on the blessings in your life. Make a list of the things you're grateful for and focus on being content with what you have. Remember, true happiness comes from being content with what we have, and not from all the stuff we accumulate.