While Philippians 4:13 ("I can do all things through him who strengthens me") is one of the most recognizable Bible verses, it's also one of the most misused. As motivating as it might be for accomplishing athletic feats, the Apostle Paul had a much bigger purpose in mind when he wrote it.
What is contentment? Put simply, it is uncircumstantial satisfaction. As we finish Philippians, we see that despite Paul's desperate circumstances, he has learned the secret of contentment. While we intuitively know money can't buy contentment, we struggle to live like that is true. This teaching will explore the paradox of generosity and in so doing explain the secret to true and lasting contentment.