“give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thess. 5:18)

Satisfaction is defined as the state of being content, the feeling that one’s needs or wants are met. In the late 1960’s there was a popular song called, “I can’t get no satisfaction!” True satisfaction is still a rare condition today, as many people show dissatisfaction with their jobs, marriages, circumstances, and with themselves. The reason they can’t find it is because they are looking in the wrong places. True and lasting satisfaction in life depends on having a right relationship with God through Jesus Christ. Nothing else even comes close!

Contentment is the prelude to satisfaction

“Godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into the world, and we can take nothing out of it. But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.” (1 Tim. 6:6-8)

Therefore

To be satisfied means you are not yearning for something else. When your hunger is satisfied, you don’t want more food. When your thirst is satisfied, you don’t crave more water. When you are in right relationship with God, you are satisfied.

“Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever” (Psalm 73:25–26).