Jeremiah 2: 31-37, Jeremiah 3, Jeremiah 4: 1-9, Philippians 2: 12-30, Psalm 145: 14-21
Philippians 2: 14-16 (ESV)
“Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 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, 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.”
In verses 14 through 16 from Philippians 2, Paul gives more practical
advice to the Church at Philippi. Paul tells them to not grumble or argue when
doing things. Many bible commentators believe that Paul was referencing what
happened during the Exodus from Egypt when the Hebrews were complaining about their
life. Charles Spurgeon gave three examples about what people of faith must not
complain about: the providence of God, each other, and the ungodly world.
Spurgeon’s examples make sense to me although I know I have complained
about all these things and more. I know I have complained about how God cares for
me in my life because I think I know better than God. I have always complained
to God and friends about other people. And I have absolutely complained to God
and other people about how “ungodly” the world is now. Paul’s advice also make
sense because it makes our life more peaceful if we stop complaining and arguing
about everything in life.
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