Philippians 4:11
Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have.
CONTENT
This word has been screaming in my head over and over and over again today. I know that the Apostle Paul said that he LEARNED and I repeat LEARNED that whatever state he was in to be content. Wait, doesn’t content mean to be satisfied, or to desire no more? I mean, as a Christian shouldn’t we never be satisfied? I know I’m not. I think I have cabin fever of my office though, haha. Seriously, it seems like the more of God I get, the more I want. I tell ya, being in full time ministry makes it hard to be content where you are. I always want more- more time, more space, more money, more students… MORE, MORE, MORE!!!! I’m not being greedy or selfish here. All of my wants are strictly to advance the Kingdom of God, and to see students lives transformed by the Power of God. So, how can I be satisfied or “content” and still want more? Paul answers this question for us.
“I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Even so, you have done well to share with me in my present difficulty.” Phillipians 4:12-14
Paul was obviously in a bad situation while writing this. I don’t think he was satisfied with being where he was. He was just simply stating that he was aware of it, and he wasn’t going to stay there. And no matter what life threw at him, he knew that his help came from Christ Jesus. He said I can do ALL things through Christ, who gives me strength. So whether it be sickness, school issues, or just a current state of want, never lose sight of your ultimate goal. My goal is to see 10,000 students come to Christ in Charlotte and the surrounding area. That goal is way too big for me alone, so it will have to be through Jesus Christ that it is accomplished. Give me your thoughts. Are you content? What are your goals?
Much Love
Pastor Joel
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