Be Content

John 14:8 "And Philip said unto him, "Show us the Father, and we will be content." (NET version) The NIV says it with different words, "show us the Father, and that will be enough for us."

This is a powerful statement. All the disciples wanted was to see the Father. They wanted to know Jesus better. Isn't that how we are? We can learn more about someone if we know their parents, families and background. But Jesus told them, if they see him and know him they already know the Father.

But I fear our level of contentment is much lacking in today's world. Can you imagine being content? But then being content just to know the Father, God? Contentment never comes in things of the world. Oh they may make us a bit happier for a brief moment, but whatever that thing is, is soon forgotten and we wish upon another star.

God has been speaking to me about contentment. I am now in a totally different role and life since the quake. I have  more responsibilities within the ministry than when I lived in Haiti. But it is different working on this side of the ocean. Yet, I believe I'm more content. I just want to cling to Jesus and know the Father. I truly don't want to get to the place that I am discontent because of lack of things.  But to live it out, means no complaining, grumbling, and no jealousy at the lives others have.

If I keep my focus on Jesus, then my desire is Him and not things.

I'm looking at Promise's stroller for her baby doll. On the handles of this stroller she has 3 bags of "stuff" on one handle and another one hung on the other handle. She has been pushing these bags around for days. When I ask her what is in it, "Oh just stuff." She's a hoarder. Funny. But what a picture of us...clinging to those things we don't need, but continuing to collect more.

May we store up treasures in Heaven...and be content and thankful for God's provision...

God bless you