This song was inspired by the timeless call found throughout Scripture to live with contentment, peace, and trust in God rather than chasing the endless pursuit of possessions and worldly gain.

Each verse draws directly from the writings of Paul, the words of Christ, and the wisdom of Scripture itself — reminding us that true richness is not found in what we accumulate, but in what fills the heart. “But godliness with contentment is great gain.”

Be Ye Content is both gentle and powerful — a musical reminder that peace does not come from abundance, status, or striving, but from faith, gratitude, and hope. It speaks to the struggle of every generation: learning to be content in all circumstances while overcoming evil with good.

Scripture becomes reflection; faith becomes melody.

Lyrics

Not that I speak in respect of want:
for I have learned,
in whatsoever state I am,
to be content.
(Philippians 4:11 KJV)

I know both how to be abased,
and I know how to abound:
every where and in all things I
am instructed.
(Philippians 4:12 KJV)

Be not overcome of evil,
But overcome evil with good.
(Romans 12:21 KJV)

Now the God of hope fill you
With all joy and peace in believing.

All joy and peace in believing.
(Romans 15:13 KJV)

And he said unto them,
Take heed, and beware of covetousness:
For a man’s life consisteth not
In the abundance of the things which he possesseth.
(Luke 12:15 KJV)

Be not overcome of evil,
But overcome evil with good.
(Romans 12:21 KJV)

Now the God of hope fill you
With all joy and peace in believing.

All joy and peace in believing.
(Romans 15:13 KJV)

But godliness with contentment is great gain.
For we brought nothing into this world,
And it is certain we can carry nothing out.

And having food and raiment
Let us be therewith content.
But they that will be rich
fall into temptation and a snare.

For the love of money is the root of all evil…”
For the love of money is the root of all evil…”
For the love of money is the root of all evil…”

The root of all evil…”
The root of all evil…”
The root of all evil…”
(1 Timothy 6:6–10 KJV)

Now the God of hope fill you
With all joy and peace in believing.
All joy and peace in believing.
(Romans 15:13 KJV)

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