I heard a great message this week that went something like this...

Discontentment is like a mirage in the desert that leads us on an endless search to quench our thirst. A thirst that will never be satisfied by earthly things.

           "Content makes poor men rich;
                    discontent makes rich men poor."
                          - Benjamin Franklin

Be content whatever your circumstances. You are where you are right now for a reason (aka God wants you to be here.) So rejoice!

We are in the top 5% of the wealthiest people in the world yet we complain the most about what we don't have. What is with Western society?!

We need much less than we think we need.

Focus on your connection with Jesus and you will have peace not anxiousness. Simple belief in the Gospel will establish a connection but discipline and obedience will grow the connection stronger and in return take away the aching in your heart. A connection with Jesus is truly the only thing that satisfies. It is truly the only thing that will quench your thirst and end the search.

Don't let self sufficiency and pride take over. Develop a meaningful prayer life. Our strength comes from the Lord. The aim of life is to be more connected with Christ and to therefore become more like him.

         "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; 
               I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full."
                    - John 10:10

This is my life verse and it applies to so many things; like the topic of discontentment. The thief puts these sinful desires in our hearts to always be jealous and want more. To never be happy with what we have. Don't let him rob you from living an abundant life. 

Cling to Jesus.