I never grew up with money, and I never wanted a lot of material things.

I grew up with very little - so material things have never been that important for me.

I'm really not a materialistic person.

When a person becomes satisfied, he doesn't run after things, doesn't worry about it, and doesn't make efforts.

I'm very secure in my life.

We have a God who loves us. We are in the palm of his hand. He doesn't leave us, and He doesn't forsake us.

Blessed is he who expects nothing," said Francis of Assisi, "for he shall enjoy everything.

delighting in what we have been given.

First and foremost, the monk should own nothing in this world, but he should have as his possessions solitude of the body, modesty of bearing, a modulated tone of voice, and a well-ordered manner of speech. He should be without anxiety as to his food and drink, and should eat in silence.

It seems like a lot of people seek their peace in things. And most of us are not even satisfied with the things we have... we always want more.

Actually 'Soon' has more than the Left Behind series, but I really believe less is more.

Suffering is having what you do not want, and wanting what you do not have. However, suffering is minimized when we equalize our desires to fit our circumstances. Subtract our wants, and we will be closer to contentment.