Complaining

A natural reaction for us as humans when something doesn’t work out the way we wanted it to, is to complain.

It’s even sometimes seen as “to be informed”.

But by complaining we actually say:

“I deserve something better.”

“I know better.”

“I am a victim.”

Paul tells the Phillippians to do EVERYTHING without complaining.

Even the slaves are encouraged to let go of complaining.

This does not mean that we should just accept everything and be left to our own devices. But to know there IS one who knows best.

Exercise:

Ask yourself: Do I sometimes complain to gain the sympathy of others?

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, I ask for the grace to let go of my complaining. In the Name of Jesus, Amen.