December 5 The Yard-Sale Christmas – 1 Timothy 6：6-10，17-19

When we were young as kids, we usually expected gifts or something similar. As long as I got something, I was happy, I even saved the gift wrap for another chance to use it. Perhaps things were not easy to come by in those days. Two days ago my daughter called me on the phone saying that her husband asked me what I want for Christmas. I told her not to buy anything yet, I would tell her when the idea came to me. Finally it comes, I want to be content with what I have and good health. This is something that money cannot buy. And I thank God has been providing me in the highs and lows all these years. God has blessed us with so much, but it seems we’re always looking for more: a bigger house, a better car, a larger bank account, or a high pay job. Paul encouraged Timothy to remind people in his congregation (1 Timothy 6:7-8) “We brought nothing into this world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.” God has given us our very breath and life—besides providing for our needs. How refreshing it might be to enjoy and be content with His gifts and to say, You’ve given us so much! We don’t need more. “Godliness with contentment is a great gain.”

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