I’ve been reading through the book of Exodus in my quest to read the Bible in a year. Almost without fail, every time the children of Israel had a need, they complained about it. They fretted. They whined. They lamented that God had abandoned them, and grumbled about how much better things were back in Egypt.
Most of us probably aren’t wishing we were back in Egypt, but we often wish for “the good old days.” We complain, fret, and whine.
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My husband and I have always been able to be grouchy or complain at different times. If one of us complains, the other will share an encouragement or positive comment. This method has worked for over 40 years. We may complain but we also recognize our blessings from God. :-)
ReplyDeleteI love this, Melissa. Yes, I am so thankful for a spouse or a friend to listen to our woes and then provide much needed counterbalance. Where would we be without them?? Thanks for sharing today.
DeleteGreat post Ms. Lori. I'm as guilty as anyone when it comes to complaining I think. Something that helps me to "catch myself" is asking myself what is the chief cause for my complaint. It's then when I recognize the "chief cause" is me! I let self-pride, ignorance, or some other misguided sense of "comparative judgment" dictate my emotions. When I do that, I grow quiet and ask forgiveness for bringing it (a spirit of discontent) upon myself. I'm quiet a lot some days. Well said ma'am.
ReplyDeleteThank you for a powerful reminder based on Scripture: "Every complaint I make isn’t really against my circumstances, but against the Lord. My grumbling goes straight from my mouth to God’s ears." Complaining happens seemingly before I realize it sometimes, but I'm asking God to guard my mind and mouth against complaining. Excellent post, Lori.
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