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1. Throughout this “Satisfied” series, have you found your heart changing in certain areas? Share with your group.

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“You say, ‘I am rich. I have everything I want. I don’t need a thing!’ And you don’t realize that you are wretched and miserable and poor and blind and naked.” Revelation 3:17 (NLT)

2. Which of the following aspects of contentment do you tend to struggle with the most and why: comparison, identity, affluence, or generosity? 3. In the book of Revelation, Jesus gives a message to each of seven churches. Read about the church at Laodicea in Revelation 3:14-22. What seems to be the specific struggle in this church? 4. How is their view of wealth misplaced? What seems to be Jesus’ view of wealth?

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5. How does your own view align with his view? How does it differ? ___________________________________________________________________________________________

“So I advise you to buy gold from me—gold that has been purified by fire. Then you will be rich. Also buy white garments from me so you will not be shamed by your nakedness, and ointment for your eyes so you will be able to see.” Revelation 3:18 (NLT)

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6. Read verses 19-20 again. Jesus is speaking these words to believers. How does that affect the meaning of his words? 7. In what ways do you believe Jesus might be “knocking on the door” of your heart? 8. Revisit our definition of contentment: Contentment is the cultivation of a satisfied heart. It is the discipline of being fully alive to God and to others whatever our material circumstances. How are you doing at being fully alive to God and to others?

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“Look! I stand at the door and knock. If you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in, and we will share a meal together as friends.” Revelation 3:20 (NLT)

9. There seems to be a connection between contentment and trust. What is one area of your life where you would like to trust God more? 10. Have someone read out loud Philippians 4:11-13. What would it take for you to truly live that out in your life? 11. Pray for one another in the area of contentment.