In a world constantly urging us to seek more, achieve more, and possess more, the timeless wisdom of the Bible offers a gentle yet profound reminder: Be Content With What You Have.
Throughout the pages of scripture, we find verses that inspire gratitude, encourage contentment, and guide us toward a more fulfilling way of life.
Join us on a journey through these sacred verses as we explore the art of finding contentment in the present moment and appreciating the blessings that grace our lives.
Be Content With What You Have Bible Verses
1. Philippians 4:11-12
“Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need.”\
2. Hebrews 13:5
“Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.'”
3. 1 Timothy 6:6
“But godliness with contentment is great gain.”
4. Psalm 37:16
“Better is the little that the righteous has than the abundance of many wicked.”
5. 1 Thessalonians 5:18
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
6. Proverbs 15:16
“Better is a little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure and trouble with it.”
7. Ecclesiastes 5:10
“He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his income; this also is vanity.”
8. Luke 12:15
“And he said to them, ‘Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.'”
9. Psalm 73:25-26
“Whom have I in heaven but you? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
10. 2 Corinthians 12:10
“For the sake of Christ, then, I am content with weaknesses, insults, hardships, persecutions, and calamities. For when I am weak, then I am strong.”
Peace Through Contentment in God
11. Isaiah 26:3
“You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you because he trusts in you.”
12. Colossians 3:15
“And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.”
13. Matthew 6:25-26
“Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?”
14. Psalm 34:10
“The young lions suffer want and hunger; but those who seek the Lord lack no good thing.”
15. Isaiah 41:10
“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”
16. Philippians 4:7
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
17. 1 Peter 5:7
“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
18. Romans 8:6
“For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.”
19. John 14:27
“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.”
20. Philippians 4:19
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”
Biblical Wisdom on Contentment
21. Proverbs 19:23
“The fear of the Lord leads to life, and whoever has it rests satisfied; he will not be visited by harm.”
22. Hebrews 10:35-36
“Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.”
23. Psalm 16:5-6
“The Lord is my chosen portion and my cup; you hold my lot. The lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; indeed, I have a beautiful inheritance.”
24. 1 Corinthians 7:17
“Only let each person lead the life that the Lord has assigned to him, and to which God has called him. This is my rule in all the churches.”
25. 1 Peter 1:6
“In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if necessary, you have been grieved by various trials.”
26. James 1:2-3
“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness.”
27. Ecclesiastes 3:13
“Also that everyone should eat and drink and take pleasure in all his toil—this is God’s gift to man.”
28. 2 Corinthians 9:8
“And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that having all sufficiency in all things at all times, you may abound in every good work.”
29. Psalm 23:1
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.”
30. Isaiah 58:11
“And the Lord will guide you continually and satisfy your desire in scorched places and make your bones strong; and you shall be like a watered garden, like a spring of water, whose waters do not fail.”
Christian Teachings on Contentment
31. 1 Timothy 6:6-8
“But godliness with contentment is great gain, for we brought nothing into the world, and we cannot take anything out of the world. But if we have food and clothing, with these we will be content.”
32. Matthew 6:31-33
“Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.”
33. 1 Corinthians 7:20
“Each one should remain in the condition in which he was called.”
34. Romans 12:2
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.”
35. Matthew 16:26
“For what will it profit a man if he gains the whole world and forfeits his soul? Or what shall a man give in return for his soul?”
36. Colossians 3:2
“Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth.”
37. 1 Corinthians 10:31
“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.”
38. Hebrews 13:5-6
“Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.’ So we can confidently say, ‘The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?'”
39. Luke 12:15
“And he said to them, ‘Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.'”
40. 1 Peter 5:6-7
“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
Discovering Fulfillment Through Scripture
41. Psalm 16:11
“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.”
42. Ecclesiastes 3:12-13
“I perceived that there is nothing better for them than to be joyful and to do good as long as they live; also that everyone should eat and drink and take pleasure in all his toil—this is God’s gift to man.”
43. Psalm 37:4
“Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.”
44. Romans 15:13
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
45. Isaiah 12:3
“With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation.”
46. 1 John 2:15-16
“Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh and the desires of the eyes and pride of life—is not from the Father but is from the world.”
47. Psalm 90:14
“Satisfy us in the morning with your steadfast love, that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.”
48. Isaiah 26:12
“O Lord, you will ordain peace for us, for you have indeed done for us all our works.”
49. John 10:10
“The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly.”
50. Galatians 5:22-23
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”
Reflecting on Biblical Wisdom
51. Hebrews 13:5
“Keep your life free from love of money, and be content with what you have, for he has said, ‘I will never leave you nor forsake you.'”
52. 1 Timothy 6:17
“As for the rich in this present age, charge them not to be haughty, nor to set their hopes on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly provides us with everything to enjoy.”
53. Proverbs 30:8-9
“Remove far from me falsehood and lying; give me neither poverty nor riches; feed me with the food that is needful for me, lest I be full and deny you and say, ‘Who is the Lord?’ or lest I be poor and steal and profane the name of my God.”
54. Luke 12:15
“And he said to them, ‘Take care, and be on your guard against all covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.'”
55. Philippians 4:6-7
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
56. 1 Thessalonians 5:18
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
57. Ecclesiastes 5:19
“Everyone also to whom God has given wealth and possessions and power to enjoy them, and to accept his lot and rejoice in his toil—this is the gift of God.”
58. Colossians 3:15
“And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.”
59. 1 Peter 5:7
“Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.”
60. Psalm 136:26
“Give thanks to the God of heaven, for his steadfast love endures forever.”
Conclusion
In a society often driven by materialism and the pursuit of ever-elusive desires, the Bible’s teachings on contentment serve as a beacon of light. They call us to pause, reflect, and appreciate the blessings that surround us daily.
Through these verses, we learn that true contentment is not found in the accumulation of wealth or possessions but in the richness of a grateful heart. As we carry these timeless verses with us, may we find peace, gratitude, and a deeper connection with the essence of life itself.
