They seek to secure a following by argument and contention. They disturb the peace. 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. Paul argues that godliness with contentment is a great gain.
True contentment is a state of deep satisfaction.
The person who displays this trait is often the subject of justifiable envy. Few people, living in the complexity of the present age, appear able to accept such simple formula for material satisfaction. It bears emphasizing, however,that contentment has more to do with godliness than with material display. The happy rich man, in most cases, would also be happy if he were poor. Some of God's servants have found contentment even in deprivation.