The Secret of Contentment

Philippians 4:10-20

Paul’s thankless-thanks for the gift sent from the Philippians is not the motive for his joy. He has learned the secret of contentment.

1. Learn through Your Trials (Philippians 4:10-13)

Learn to Handle the Trial of Adversity

Learn to Handle the Trial of Plenty

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.

2. Learn through Kingdom Priorities (Philippians 4:14-20)

Unprecedented Priority (4:14-15)

Unwavering Priority (4:16)

What are you seeking?
What will you learn about God as you seek Him first? (4:17-20)

Main Point
Christ-centered contentment fuels gospel advancing, God-glorifying missionary work.

Application:
The Secret of Contentment is the Secret Place (the secret place of prayer)