I recently read that psychologists are discovering that contentment, not wealth, makes people happy. I always have to chuckle when worldly philosophers act like they’ve discovered something that the Bible has been saying for thousands of years.
“Where is the wise person? Where is the teacher of the law? Where is the philosopher of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world?” 1 Corinthians 1:20
Human philosophies typically contradict Scripture, but linking contentment with happiness is biblical:
“I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:12-13
“Godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it.” 1 Timothy 6:6-7
“Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.” Luke 12:15
Are there areas of your life where you feel discontent? Are there ways that you have placed worldly treasures above knowing God and pursuing heavenly treasures (Matthew 6:19-21; 1 Timothy 6:17-19).
It's fine to be discontent with our maturity in Christ if it spurs us on to seek Him more regularly in prayer, Bible study, and fellowship. But discontent with worldly wealth and pleasure leads us in the wrong direction.
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