Bible Verse of the Day: Ecclesiasticus 29:23

Be content with little or much and you will hear no reproach for being a guest.

Introduction

Good morning, Today, I want to talk to you about a verse from the Book of Ecclesiasticus: “Be content with little or much and you will hear no reproach for being a guest.”

This verse is a memo that we should not be greedy or envious of others. We should be grateful for what we have, whether it is a lot or a little. When we are content, we are less likely to complain or criticize others. We are also more likely to be generous and hospitable.

The Bible has many teachings about contentment. For example, in the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus says, “Do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” (Matthew 6:34)

In the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Philippians, he writes, “I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or want.” (Philippians 4:11-12)

Contentment is not the same as laziness or complacency. It is about being grateful for what we have and working hard to improve our situation without being envious of others.

When we are content, we are more likely to be happy and fulfilled. We are also more likely to be good neighbours and friends.

Conclusion

So, let us all strive to be content with what we have, whether it is a lot or a little. When we are content, we are less likely to complain or criticize others. We are also more likely to be generous and hospitable.

References

Ecclesiasticus 29:23

Matthew 6:34

Philippians 4:11-12

Additional Resources

The Contentment Challenge: 30 Days of Discovering God’s Peace by John Piper

The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name by Sally Lloyd-Jones

🌹Each morning, I receive an inspiring wake-up call from His Excellency, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Selvister Ponnumuthan, the Bishop of Punalur in Kerala, India. Today’s blog post draws inspiration from the verses he shared in his morning message.

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