Just Don't Do It!

Philippians 2:14 – “Do everything without grumbling or arguing,”

     Today’s word is very simple and straight forward.  Just don’t complain. Stop the muttering, moaning and groaning about things in your life that must be endured.  Paul instructed the new converts in Philippi to be careful about how they viewed and reacted to the things that were a part of their new life in Christ.   Jesus told us that we would face affliction, but to not allow it to dictate our lives or change our focus about our purpose in the Kingdom.

     Yes, there are things that bombard us that just aren’t fair, or equitable or favorable, but we must learn to ‘respond’ and not ‘react’.  In doing this we take the time to really check out what situations, agendas, roles and responsibilities are really at play and then we can think judiciously and act accordingly.  But regardless of what we feel or want, we must always think – ‘what would Jesus do’ and I am sure he would not mumble or complain to God outright or even under his breath.

     If you want to find out what God thinks about grumbling, mumbling and complaining people - check out Numbers 11:1 and give God praise that he is always ready and willing to listen to our issues…but not as a complaint.  If you have a grievance, take it before God but remember he is sovereign and he knows what you can handle and how much you can bear. So if you are in it… he knows you can handle it.  Cry out if you must…but complaining or grumbling – just don’t do it.     

     Every day is a good day; it is up to us to make it s GREAT day!  Don’t be distracted – focus on your purpose.  Be blessed! Dr. JoAnn