“I Shall Not Want”

Start each time of study with prayer. Ask God to speak to you personally through this study. Read the whole chapter first then go back and reread it to answer the questions. Some questions may take time, especially the personal ones. It’s ok to take a couple of days before you answer some of them. Use the back of the sheet if you need more room.

Are you “. . . a sheep utterly satisfied with its owner, perfectly content with its lot in life”? If not, please explain.

The dictionary gives the definition of “content” as: satisfied with what one is or has; not wanting more or anything else. What does it mean in your life to be content?

How can you apply these scriptures to your life?

• Revelation 3:17-

• Mark 10:21-

Do you find that you struggle between “two masters”? If so, what are the “two masters” in your life and what will you do about it?

Read Matthew 6:24-34. Take time to dwell on this and ask God how you can apply it to your life.

Mr. Keller states in the book, “It is the boss – manager – the Master in people’s lives who makes the difference in their destiny.” Do you agree with that? Why or why not? What is your destiny?

We read the sad story about “Mrs. Gadabout.” She had so much potential, but refused to be content with what her master gave her. Not only did she refuse to be content, but she chose to lead others astray. Is there any part of your life where you are a Mrs. Gadabout? Have you ever led others astray? The Lord can redeem those reckless times in your life. Pray about it and see if you need to talk to that person and make it right.

Read Philippians 4:11-13. Is this the attitude of your heart? Write a prayer out to God, confirming that He is enough and that you will be satisfied with whatever lot in life He gives you.

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