If we want to make a difference in the world, we must avoid sounding just like the world. We are called to rid ourselves of complaining as we follow Jesus.
- I have been given a perfect Savior, so why should I complain about imperfect stuff?
- The challenges of the Christian life will lead us to whine or worship.
Philippians 2:14-18
14 Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15 that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, 16 holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain. 17 Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all. 18 Likewise you also should be glad and rejoice with me.
5 Reasons Why We Should Stop Whining
- Whining Hurts Our Witness
- When your words sound just like the world’s, no one can tell the difference from you.
- Whining Distracts from the Gospel
- Every word wasted on bad news decreases the opportunities to share the good news.
- Whining Overlooks the Promise of Eternity
- You would have the right to be letdown in this life if you didn’t have your resurrected life to come.
- Whining Robs Opportunities to Serve
- God can use the hardest situations in your life to be the greatest opportunities for impact.
- Whining Leaves a Bad Example
- Your attitude – good or bad – sets the standard for those around you.
- Are you focusing on the negative more than the positive?
- Are you disappointed on earth because you are longing for heaven?
- Have you made your comforts your priority?
Do your words lately reveal a grateful heart or a grumbling spirit?
Travis Agnew serves as the Lead Pastor of Rocky Creek Church in Greenville, SC. His most recent book is Just (About) Married.
