
I. Discontentment: Comparing our real to other’s surreal in…
A. Stuff
B. Relationships
C. Circumstances
II. Contentment: A Christ-powered response to life’s
circumstances (Philippians 4:11, 13)
III. Changes: Contentment begins with a…
A. Commitment to stop comparing because it leads to envy
(James 3:16)
1. How to Recalibrate:
-Regular social media fasts
-Resist social media marketing
-Rejoice other people's successes (Romans 12:15)
B. Commitment to start offering thanks because it leads to joy
(Proverbs 15:15)
1. How to Recalibrate:
-Consider what you have rather than what you don't
(Esslesiastes 5:9)
-Choose to celebrate (especially the little things)
-Communicate your thanks to Christ (Ephesians 5:20)
Take Away:
Comparisons create discontent, but contentment is created by celebrating the blessings of Christ
Next Steps:
___Commit to return next Sunday
___Commit to a regular social media fast
___Commit to celebrate another’s success
___Commit to thank Jesus while tempted to want more