Contentment Starts And Ends With….

If you want a biblical example of humility, look no further than Mephibosheth. He was the grandson of King Saul, and son of Jonathan. He had been taken in by King David (which is unheard of) because of an oath he made with Jonathan (before his death). As you read from today passage, ask yourself, is this what true humility looks like? If so, what circumstances brought about this kind of humility? It’s authenticity cannot be denied. Mephibosheth was willing to die, even though it was because he was deceived. And even then, he was willing to give up the land David was giving him, because his relationship with David was more important to him. If this doesn’t motivate you to deepen your walk with God, to be on fire for His purposes, maybe your wood is wet. True humility sets your priorities. And it also values that which cannot be bought or sold. Mephibosheth’s heart was in the right place, and he knew where his true treasure could be found. Contentment in this world starts and ends with the right attitude, and only God knows your treasure.

24 Now Mephibosheth, Saul’s grandson, came down from Jerusalem to meet the king. He had not cared for his feet, trimmed his beard, or washed his clothes since the day the king left Jerusalem. 25 “Why didn’t you come with me, Mephibosheth?” the king asked him.26 Mephibosheth replied, “My lord the king, my servant Ziba deceived me. I told him, ‘Saddle my donkey so I can go with the king.’ For as you know I am crippled. 27 Ziba has slandered me by saying that I refused to come. But I know that my lord the king is like an angel of God, so do what you think is best. 28 All my relatives and I could expect only death from you, my lord, but instead you have honored me by allowing me to eat at your own table! What more can I ask?”29 “You’ve said enough,” David replied. “I’ve decided that you and Ziba will divide your land equally between you.”30 “Give him all of it,” Mephibosheth said. “I am content just to have you safely back again, my lord the king!” 2 Samuel 19:24-30