Thematic Bible
Thematic Bible
Contentment » Contentment, the duty of
Soldiers also asked him, saying, "What about us? What must we do?" He said to them, "Extort from no one by violence, neither accuse anyone wrongfully. Be content with your wages."
Be free from the love of money, content with such things as you have, for he has said, "I will in no way leave you, neither will I in any way forsake you."
Verse Concepts
Abandoning FriendsAbandonmentMidlife CrisisBad CounselCovetingBad ChildrenAdultsBad AttitudeAssurance, basis ofBecoming A ChristianBeing A KidBeing In DebtTrusting In God's PresenceGreed, Believers' Response ToMaterialism, As An Aspect Of SinMoney, Attitudes ToPersecution, Attitudes ToResentment, Against PeopleSatisfactionStress
Temptation, Universality OfContentmentHelp From GodLonelinessMaterialismMoneyDiscontentGod's ProvisionEternal SecurityAvoiding EvilGod Not ForsakingLoving MoneyNew Testament Claiming Old Testament Is InspiredA Tough Break UpMillionaire MentalityCovetousnessJesus Being With YouFinancesBeing Contentfree
Not that I speak in respect to lack, for I have learned in whatever state I am, to be content in it.
Better is little, with the fear of Yahweh, than great treasure with trouble.
But godliness with contentment is great gain.
Fear » The fear of the lord
The fear of Yahweh is clean, enduring forever. Yahweh's ordinances are true, and righteous altogether.
Better is little, with the fear of Yahweh, than great treasure with trouble.
The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of knowledge; but the foolish despise wisdom and instruction.
The fear of Yahweh is to hate evil. I hate pride, arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth.
To man he said, 'Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom. To depart from evil is understanding.'"
The fear of Yahweh leads to life, then contentment; he rests and will not be touched by trouble.
By mercy and truth iniquity is atoned for. By the fear of Yahweh men depart from evil.
The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom. All those who do his work have a good understanding. His praise endures forever!
The fear of Yahweh is the beginning of wisdom. The knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.
The fear of Yahweh prolongs days, but the years of the wicked shall be shortened.
In the fear of Yahweh is a secure fortress, and he will be a refuge for his children. The fear of Yahweh is a fountain of life, turning people from the snares of death.
The result of humility and the fear of Yahweh is wealth, honor, and life.
Yahweh is exalted, for he dwells on high. He has filled Zion with justice and righteousness. There will be stability in your times, abundance of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of Yahweh is your treasure.
Godly Fear » Advantages of
Better is little, with the fear of Yahweh, than great treasure with trouble.
The fear of Yahweh leads to life, then contentment; he rests and will not be touched by trouble.
Though a sinner commits crimes a hundred times, and lives long, yet surely I know that it will be better with those who fear God, who are reverent before him. But it shall not be well with the wicked, neither shall he lengthen days like a shadow; because he doesn't fear God.
Godly Fear » Described as » A treasure to saints
Better is little, with the fear of Yahweh, than great treasure with trouble.
There will be stability in your times, abundance of salvation, wisdom, and knowledge. The fear of Yahweh is your treasure.
Greed/gluttony » Greedy gain with trouble
Better is a little with righteousness, than great revenues with injustice.
Better is little, with the fear of Yahweh, than great treasure with trouble.
Wealth » What is better than monetary riches
Better is a little with righteousness, than great revenues with injustice.
A good name is more desirable than great riches, and loving favor is better than silver and gold.
A good name is better than fine perfume; and the day of death better than the day of one's birth.
Better is little, with the fear of Yahweh, than great treasure with trouble.
Better is a little that the righteous has, than the abundance of many wicked.
Better is the poor who walks in his integrity, than he who is perverse in his ways, and he is rich.
The fear of Yahweh is clean, enduring forever. Yahweh's ordinances are true, and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, yes, than much fine gold; sweeter also than honey and the extract of the honeycomb.
Do good to your servant, according to your word, Yahweh. Teach me good judgment and knowledge, for I believe in your commandments. Before I was afflicted, I went astray; but now I observe your word. read more.
You are good, and do good. Teach me your statutes. The proud have smeared a lie upon me. With my whole heart, I will keep your precepts. Their heart is as callous as the fat, but I delight in your law. It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I may learn your statutes. The law of your mouth is better to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver. YUD
You are good, and do good. Teach me your statutes. The proud have smeared a lie upon me. With my whole heart, I will keep your precepts. Their heart is as callous as the fat, but I delight in your law. It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I may learn your statutes. The law of your mouth is better to me than thousands of pieces of gold and silver. YUD
Receive my instruction rather than silver; knowledge rather than choice gold. For wisdom is better than rubies. All the things that may be desired can't be compared to it. "I, wisdom, have made prudence my dwelling. Find out knowledge and discretion. read more.
The fear of Yahweh is to hate evil. I hate pride, arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth. Counsel and sound knowledge are mine. I have understanding and power. By me kings reign, and princes decree justice. By me princes rule; nobles, and all the righteous rulers of the earth. I love those who love me. Those who seek me diligently will find me. With me are riches, honor, enduring wealth, and prosperity. My fruit is better than gold, yes, than fine gold; my yield than choice silver.
The fear of Yahweh is to hate evil. I hate pride, arrogance, the evil way, and the perverse mouth. Counsel and sound knowledge are mine. I have understanding and power. By me kings reign, and princes decree justice. By me princes rule; nobles, and all the righteous rulers of the earth. I love those who love me. Those who seek me diligently will find me. With me are riches, honor, enduring wealth, and prosperity. My fruit is better than gold, yes, than fine gold; my yield than choice silver.