What is biblical contentment?

Biblical contentment is Christ-sufficiency, not self-sufficiency. It is a learned posture of resting in Christ in every circumstance (Philippians 4:10–13).

How does Hebrews 13:5 help guard contentment?

It roots contentment in God’s presence, not possessions: “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” The antidote to covetousness is communion with Christ.

Is contentment passive resignation?

No. As Jeremiah Burroughs taught, contentment is an active, quiet, gracious frame that delights in God’s wise, fatherly care in every condition.

How did Paul learn contentment in Philippians 4?

Through seasons of plenty and need, Paul learned he could endure all circumstances through Christ who strengthens him—therefore he could be content in all.

What are practical steps to grow in contentment this week?

When discontent rises, thank God for His presence, recite Hebrews 13:5, and pray, “Lord, You are enough for me today.” Practice gratitude for what you have in Christ.

What does church history model about contentment?

From Burroughs and Spurgeon to early martyrs, the church has testified that true contentment rests not in changing circumstances but in the unchanging Christ.

Contentment in Christ Alone

Name: Contentment in Christ Alone | Equipping You in Grace
Uploaded: 2025-11-12
Duration: 25 min
Channel: Dave Jenkins
Description: True contentment is found not in possessions but in Christ alone. Dave Jenkins teaches on Philippians 4 and Hebrews 13, exploring how to learn and guard contentment in Him.

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Finding true satisfaction in a restless world

By Dave Jenkins · Wednesday, November 12, 2025 · Equipping You in Grace

Show Summary

In a culture driven by comparison and consumption, Scripture calls us to a different way a life marked by contentment in Christ alone. Drawing from Philippians 4:10–13 and Hebrews 13:5, Dave explains how contentment is learned in every season and guarded by God’s unshakable promise, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” We also glean wisdom from church history, hearing how believers modeled quiet confidence in Christ through abundance and need.

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Key Scriptures

Philippians 4:10–13
Hebrews 13:5

Episode Outline

Contentment Defined — Philippians 4:10–13: Christ-sufficiency learned through every circumstance.
Contentment Guarded — Hebrews 13:5: Freedom from covetousness by delighting in God’s presence.
Contentment Modeled — Church History: Burroughs, Spurgeon, and the early church bearing witness that Christ is enough.

Big Idea

Contentment isn’t having more—it’s needing less, because you have Christ.

When discontent whispers, answer with Hebrews 13:5: “He will never leave me nor forsake me.” Pray, “Lord, You are enough for me today.”

Series — Gratitude and Grace in a Confused World

Nov 3 — The Foundation of Christian Gratitude
Nov 5 — God’s Providence and Our Peace
Nov 10 — Persevering with Gratitude in Trials
Nov 12 — Contentment in Christ Alone
Nov 17 — Gratitude and Daily Grace
Nov 19 — Gratitude that Fuels Service
Nov 24 — Gratitude in Every Season of Life
Nov 26 — The God Who Gives Every Good Gift

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Dave Jenkins

Dave Jenkins is happily married to his wife, Sarah. He is a writer, editor, and speaker living in beautiful Southern Oregon. Dave is a lover of Christ, His people, the Church, and sound theology. He serves as the Executive Director of Servants of Grace Ministries, the Executive Editor of Theology for Life Magazine, the Host and Producer of Equipping You in Grace Podcast, and is a contributor to and producer of Contending for the Word. He is the author of The Word Explored: The Problem of Biblical Illiteracy and What To Do About It (House to House, 2021), The Word Matters: Defending Biblical Authority Against the Spirit of the Age (G3 Press, 2022), and Contentment: The Journey of a Lifetime (Theology for Life, 2024). You can find him on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube, or read his newsletter. Dave loves to spend time with his wife, going to movies, eating at a nice restaurant, or going out for a round of golf with a good friend. He is also a voracious reader, in particular of Reformed theology, and the Puritans. You will often find him when he’s not busy with ministry reading a pile of the latest books from a wide variety of Christian publishers. Dave received his M.A.R. and M.Div through Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.