By Derrick Danso

“Now godliness with contentment is great gain.” — 1 Timothy 6:6

Life after high school or university can be overwhelming—especially when you’re thinking about how to succeed and make enough money to build the life you’ve always dreamed of.  You step into the world full of dreams—to get a good job, make decent money, support your family, and build a better future. But reality can be harsh, unfair, and doesn’t always give you the space to do all that.

Some of us come from poor backgrounds, and we just want to make it out. But between unemployment, low salaries, and pressure from social media, the journey can be hard — very hard. You may start working, but the money doesn’t seem enough. You start comparing yourself to others. You feel like you’re behind. And that’s when the devil—the father of lies (John 8:44)—starts to whisper.

Many Christians who know the truth—and genuinely want to live right—can still get caught in this trap. The goal was to make money the right way, but the system is tough, the economy is unstable, and over time, some end up doing the very things they once said they’d never do.

• Some start cutting corners at work.
• Some join fraud or illegal “side hustles.”
• Some go into relationships just for money.
• Others lose patience and chase wealth at all cost.

Paul warned about this in 1 Timothy 6:9–10:

“But those who desire to be rich fall into temptation and a snare… For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil…”

The love of money — not money itself — has destroyed many destinies. And sadly, some Christians end up worse than where they started, not because they were evil, but because they lost their contentment and compromised godliness.

Contentment Is Not Laziness

Being content doesn’t mean you don’t work hard. The Bible encourages diligence:

“He who does not work, neither shall he eat.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:10
“Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord…” – Colossians 3:23

But contentment means you:

• Refuse to sin just to get ahead. (Proverbs 16:8; Mark 8:36)

• Trust God’s timing, not shortcuts. (Psalm 27:14; Proverbs 3:5–6)

• Thank God for what you have, while still improving. (1 Thessalonians 5:18; Philippians 4:11)

Adulthood Is Hard… But Don’t Let Go

I’m sure you’ve probably thought about this too — adulthood is not easy. I laugh a little when I say that… but it’s real.

Many cry in silence. Bills. Rent. Family pressure. Friends are traveling. Some are building. Others seem to be making it. And you sit there wondering, “God… what about me?”

But don’t let go of your faith.

Read 1 Timothy 6:6 again:

“Godliness with contentment is great gain.”

That’s the real gain — not just making it, but making it with God still by your side.

Maybe you’re not a Christian as you read this. I would like to invite you to think again about what God says about salvation.
To be fully content in God, you need to surrender your will to Him by obeying the gospel of Christ.

Here’s what the Bible teaches:

• Hear the Gospel – “So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.” – Romans 10:17

• Believe in Christ – “He who believes and is baptized will be saved.” – Mark 16:16

• Repent of your sins – “Repent therefore and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out.” – Acts 3:19

• Confess Jesus as Lord – “With the mouth confession is made unto salvation.” – Romans 10:9–10

• Be baptized for the forgiveness of sins – “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins…” – Acts 2:38

This is how the early christians obeyed the gospel — and it’s still the same today.

We would be happy to study the Scriptures with you.
Please reach out and let’s open the Bible together. Your soul matters. Eternity matters.