Phil 2:14 Do everything without grumbling or arguing….
Sometimes God’s reminders to me make me chuckle. This morning’s scripture is one such example. You’ll remember my grumpiness yesterday, my trouble shifting from vacation mode to work mode. Today’s scripture seems to be one more reminder, one more attitude check, one more assurance that He has a plan and a purpose for me and for my work and that I should park my grumpiness.
Phil 2:15a …so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.”…
It is just so easy to whine and complain, though. So many people tend to point out the negative. It seems to be the default in this life. But without fail, when I can shut off the negative noise and begin to focus on the positive, there is always so much that is beautifully positive in each day. That shift in focus is part of shining Gods light in this dark and weary world.
Phil 2:15b-16a …Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the word of life.
Lord, Thank You for this day, for the reminder that You are with me always and that I need to keep my attitude in check. Complaining is so easy, Lord, and so many are eager to join in. Help me to rise above the negative and shine for You, to hold firmly to Your words of life, to always be mindful of my divine purpose in You. Draw me closer. Amen.
Phil 2:16b …And then I will be able to boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain.
Have a blessed day.
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