"Content" is a very good way to be. I have noticed a pattern. The closer I draw to God (and vice versa, of course), the more content I become. And not just spiritually speaking. I'm talking content, satisfied, my cup runneth over in all aspects of life. I feel less frenzied with stay-at-home motherhood, I'm more patient with my children (and husband!), more thankful for things I would normally take for granted, and more focused. One of the chapters we recently studied in my small group was Psalm 23. Almost everyone is familiar with this passage of Scripture talking about the Lord being our Shepherd. However, I decided to dig deeper and research this amazing chapter. (I am currently reading A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23 - highly recommended!) The bottom line is this: Sheep are stupid animals. They are inclined to go their own way and very much prone to peril. Christ is the GOOD Shepherd of His sheep. He knows their tendencies because He created them. In spite of stubborness, He loves and meticulously cares for them. God IS, and as long as He IS, His sheep will be cared for.