Be Content

when God gives any man wealth and possessions, and enables him to enjoy them, to accept his lot and be happy in his work--this is a gift of God.

Ecclesiastes 5:19

God gave Solomon many things in his life but did not give him the ability to enjoy these gifts. Solomon decided everything “under the sun” was worthless and meaningless - a “chasing after the wind.” Of course, God was showing him great wisdom that he passed along.

How many of us enjoy our “lot” in life? Most of us constantly want more, more, more. Shouldn’t my life be somehow more exciting, fulfilling, and exceptional? How many of us like the work that we do? We complain about coworkers, rules, and many other things.

To look at the beautiful things around us and take pleasure in them
The way the birds sing with the promise of spring
The way nature is reawakening for another spring
The warmth of the sun, as you stand at a window and look outside.
The laughter of a child.
The smile from a friend.

“God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change. The courage to change the things I can and the wisdom to know the difference”