"Finding Joy in Contentment" by Peter J. Briscoe, part of the "Financial Discipleship Series," is a book that explores the concept of contentment from a biblical perspective. It aims to guide readers toward finding joy through a deep understanding and application of contentment in their lives.
The book is structured into several parts, with the initial sections focusing on defining contentment and contrasting it with its opposites. 
 
Part 1, "What is Contentment?", delves into various facets of the subject across ten chapters. It begins with "The Beauty of Contentment" and progresses to define "What is Contentment?" and explore "Man's Quest for Contentment." The author also examines the roots of dissatisfaction in "The Origins of Discontentment" and touches on "The Psychology of Contentment." To clarify common misconceptions, chapters are dedicated to explaining that "Contentment is Not Complacency" and exploring the relationship between "Contentment and Ambition." The book also addresses "Contentment in Adversity" and identifies "My Top Ten Enemies of Contentment," culminating this section with "Joy - The Song of Contentment."
 
Part 2, "Our Consumer World," dives into the external pressures that often challenge our pursuit of joy. This section examines how the pervasive nature of modern consumerism shapes our desires, expectations, and ultimately, our ability to be content. We'll explore the subtle and overt ways in which a consumer-driven society can foster discontentment, leading us to constantly seek more, rather than finding peace in what we have. This part will offer insights into navigating these pressures from a biblical perspective, helping readers to discern between true needs and manufactured wants.
 
Part 3, "Biblical Wisdom for Contentment," shifts our focus to the timeless truths found within God's Word. This crucial section will draw upon specific biblical principles and passages that provide a robust framework for cultivating genuine contentment. We will explore what the Scriptures teach about gratitude, trusting in God's provision, the dangers of covetousness, and the true meaning of riches from a heavenly perspective. This part aims to equip readers with practical, biblically rooted wisdom to embrace a life of contentment, regardless of their circumstances, and ultimately to find enduring joy in Christ.