Covetousness, Contentment & Confidence (Hebrews 13:5-6)

In this message we delve into the profound truths of God's Word concerning two contrasting but intimately related aspects of our Christian walk: covetousness and contentment.

This emphasizes that our entire lifestyle should be characterized by a lack of covetousness, showing that our behavior and attitudes should align with God's principles of contentment and trust in His provision.

Likewise, this verse is also saying our entire lifestyle should be characterized by a state of contentment, and confidence in the fact our Lord and Savior will always be with us and never leave us nor forsake us.

In Hebrews 13:5, the writer provides us with a powerful exhortation:

• urging us to live without covetousness,
• to live with contentment,
• and ultimately, to live with confidence in God's unfailing promises.

Covetousness, the desire for things that belong to others, is a temptation that has plagued humanity since the dawn of time. From the Garden of Eden to our modern-day struggles, the allure of what others possess often leads us astray.

However, as believers, we are called to a higher standard. We are called to live without covetousness, we are called to be satisfied with what God has graciously provided for us.

Now the contrast to covetousness is contentment and if you think about it contentment is a rare and precious virtue in today's world. It is the antidote to covetousness, the inner peace that comes from trusting in God's provision.

Contentment does not mean complacency or laziness; rather, it is a deep-seated trust in God's goodness and faithfulness, knowing that He will always provide for our needs.

So as we strive to live without covetousness and live with contentment, we can do so with confidence, knowing that God has promised never to leave us or forsake us. This assurance should fill us with boldness and courage, knowing that we are not alone in our journey but are accompanied by the ever-present God who loves us beyond measure.