Thanksgiving: Learning the Art of Contentment | Pt.1 | Nick Birmingham

Church on the Rock - Nashville

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Scripture Reading: Philippians 4:10-13

Main Points:

1. Gratitude is the Foundation of Contentment:

   • Paul's gratitude to God, even in difficult circumstances.
   • The importance of recognizing God as the source of all blessings.
   • Cultivating a daily practice of gratitude, especially through journaling.

2. Contentment is a Learned Skill:

   • Paul's experience of learning contentment in various situations.
   • The ongoing nature of learning contentment, even in challenging times.
   • The role of gratitude in developing contentment.

3. True Strength Comes from Dependence on Christ:

   • Paul's reliance on Christ for strength and empowerment.
   • The importance of spiritual disciplines in cultivating contentment.
   • Redefining strength as dependence on Christ, not self-sufficiency.

Key Takeaways:

• Contentment is not about circumstances, but about our perspective.
• Gratitude shifts our focus from scarcity to abundance.
• True strength comes from relying on Christ, not our own abilities.
• We can learn to be content in any situation, by trusting in God.

Call to Action:

• Surrender to Christ: If you haven't yet, make a decision to follow Jesus Christ.
• Realign Your Focus: Prioritize God and His Word in your life.
• Practice Gratitude Daily: Journal about the things you're thankful for.
• Embrace the Journey of Contentment: Continuously learn and grow in your understanding of contentment.