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1 Timothy 6:6 KJV

But godliness with contentment is great gain.

1 Timothy 6:6, King James Version

In: Bible verses about contentment

In context

5 Perverse disputings of men of corrupt minds, and destitute of the truth, supposing that gain is godliness: from such withdraw thyself.

6 But godliness with contentment is great gain.

7 For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out.

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Cross-references

  • Hebrews 13:5 Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
  • 1 Timothy 6:8 And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.
  • Philippians 4:11 Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content.
  • Proverbs 16:8 Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues without right.
  • Luke 12:31 But rather seek ye the kingdom of God; and all these things shall be added unto you.