⁶ But godliness with contentment^(A) is great gain.^(B)

⁵ Keep your lives free from the love of money^(A) and be content with what you have,^(B) because God has said,

⁸ But if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that.^(A)

⁸ For physical training is of some value, but godliness has value for all things,^(A) holding promise for both the present life^(B) and the life to come.^(C)

¹¹ I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content^(A) whatever the circumstances. ¹² I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry,^(B) whether living in plenty or in want.^{(C) 13} I can do all this through him who gives me strength.^(D)

²¹ For to me, to live is Christ^(A) and to die is gain.

³¹ But seek his kingdom,^(A) and these things will be given to you as well.^(B)

³² “Do not be afraid,^(C) little flock, for your Father has been pleased to give you the kingdom.^(D)