1 Timothy 6:6 · KJV

"But godliness with contentment is great gain."

King James Version

Passage Context

⁴He is proud, knowing nothing, but doting about questions and strifes of words, whereof cometh envy, strife, railings, evil surmisings,

⁵Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.

⁶But godliness with contentment is great gain.

⁷For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.

⁸And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.

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Devotional Reflection

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What establishes our value in money? Do we calculate it using cash, items, or investments? Paul reminded Timothy that there is a very straightforward formula that determines ultimate gain, the gain of inestimable value: net worth = (godly character) x (contentment). What would happen if we understood that people who were genuinely affluent were those who had a godly character and were grateful for the benefits in their lives?

Prayer

O LORD God, the source of all blessings, reorient my priorities away from worldly greed and toward a virtuous set of financial principles. My character should reflect the holiness that Jesus exhibited throughout His life. Educate me in the contentment that comes only from You. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

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