Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky
Philippians 2:14-15
Three things we often complain about
- Companions
- Comparisons
- Circumstances
If you don’t have a choice in your situation you still have a choice in your attitude
Dr. Rick Mandl
Acton step
When tempted to complain, I’ll say to myself…
It could be worse!
Dr. Rick Mandl
Memory Verse
Do everything without complaining and arguing so that no one can criticize you. Live clean, innocent lives as children of God, Shining like bright lights in a world full of crooked perverse people.
Philippians 2:14 -15
But I will rejoice even if I lose my life, pouring it out like a liquid offering to God, just like your faithful service is an offering to God. And I want all of you to share that joy. Yes, you should rejoice, and I will share your joy.
Philippians 2:17 – 18
Three things in which we can always rejoice
- The joy of creation
- The joy of salvation
- The joy of anticipation
Action step
Make the decision to praise God even if….
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