Book Reviews: Being Content God's Way by Scott Lapierre

Greetings, 

This is a review for both the book and the workbook entitled Being Content God's Way by Scott Lapierre which was released today May 20th, 2025. I was given the opportunity to be a part of his Advanced Reader Team. I have chosen to review this book and all of these words are my own. 

See you in The Pages, 

M.J.E.

Overall Rating: ★★★★★

Overall Description:

Philippians 4:12 reveals a profound truth: there is a “secret to learning contentment.” As Paul declares in the next verse, he learned to be content from the strength Christ provides: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Just as a tree’s unseen root system gathers vital resources for the tree, the unseen part of contentment is being “rooted and built up in Christ” (Colossians 2:7).

With Being Content God’s Way, you will…

• learn to “be content with what you have” (Hebrews 13:5)
• enjoy personal stories and application to daily life
• be equipped to put off covetousness (Colossians 3:5)
• receive biblical answers to common questions
• discover why “godliness with contentment is great gain” (1 Timothy 6:6-10)

Being content in all things is not an elusive concept. Instead, it is a tangible reality within our reach through a relationship with Christ.

Be sure to check out the accompanying Being Content God’s Way Workbook. Click Buy Now to be equipped to let your conduct be without covetousness and be content with such things as you have.

My Review of the Book:

Scott LaPierre has been a staple in my library for several years. Many of his books have left me encouraged and educated in ways that I honestly did not know I needed to be educated in. Few books truly reshape how I view a biblical principle, but Scott LaPierre's books do. His new book, Being Content God's Way, is no different. In fact, it is his best work yet, and I am so honored to have the privilege of reviewing it here on my website today.

This book is a powerful source for anyone wanting to know more about what being content truly means. What stood out most was how LaPierre contrasts covetousness and contentment—two sides of the same coin, yet rarely examined together. The idea of contrasting these two concepts is not something that has ever truly crossed my mind before, and LaPierre does a fantastic job of doing just that. 

His message throughout the book is clear and well established with both Biblical influence and real-life examples of people who have learned to be content in any circumstances. He does not sugarcoat the message or throw any fluff into what he writes about within the confines of the book. I truly appreciate his honest and straightforward approach.

One chapter that resonated with me was Chapter 11: Godliness with Contentment. While I don't want to spoil the book for those who read this review, I must say, it is phenomenal. I learned a great deal regarding my own journey toward learning to be content God’s way from the lessons established in that chapter, and they echo everything else in the book. 

The story about Horatio Spafford (the hymnist who wrote the song It is Well with My Soul) especially spoke to me as it is a story I know well. It is a powerful testimony and only one of many great examples of the content offered in this book. Beyond just gaining knowledge, this chapter challenged me to examine how I approach contentment in my daily life—whether in seasons of abundance or difficulty.

I know this will be a resource I add to my library to keep referring back to for many years to come. For those looking to deepen their understanding, the accompanying workbook is a fantastic tool for applying these lessons to daily life. 

I was given an advanced reader's copy of this book and chose to leave this review. My words are my own and well-deserved. LaPierre’s words don’t just instruct—they challenge, refine, and transform. I know this book will remain a cornerstone in my library for years to come.

My Review of the Workbook:

Throughout my spiritual journey, workbooks have been invaluable, helping me engage more deeply with biblical studies. When I heard Scott LaPierre was creating workbooks to accompany his books, I was thrilled. Each workbook serves as a thoughtful guide, helping readers internalize LaPierre’s message.

The Workbook for Being Content God's Way is no different. It’s easy to follow, with thought-provoking questions that reinforce the message of each chapter. LaPierre’s encouragement throughout speaks to his heart as both a pastor and educator, making the experience even more enriching.

This is a resource I’ll return to often, and one I highly recommend to anyone seeking biblical contentment. I was given an advanced reader's copy of this book and chose to leave this review. My words are my own and well-deserved.