When God gives any man wealth and possessions, and enables him to enjoy them, to accept his lot and be happy in his work—this is a gift of God. He seldom reflects on the days of his life, because God keeps him occupied with gladness of heart.
(Ecclesiastes 5 v 19–20)
It is when we learn to trust God, and so be accepting of what He has (and hasn't!) given us, that we find true, lasting satisfaction. Such a life is free from anxiety, even about the shortness of life, because of gladness in what God has given.
Martin Cole was a staff writer at The Good Book Company for many years working on Discover and Engage. He now works for a children's charity. Martin is married to Kirsty and has two children. He is a passionate lifelong supporter of Chesterfield FC.
