Stop Complaining
For the last 2 weeks, I’ve been reading the Life Application Study Bible Devotion on YouVersion.com. Yesterday’s devotion (referring to Exodus 17:2) really hit home:
“The people complained about their problems instead of praying. Some problems can be solved by careful thought or by rearranging our priorities. Some can be solved by discussion and good counsel. But some problems can be solved only by prayer. We should make a determined effort to pray when we feel like complaining because complaining only raises our level of stress. Prayer quiets our thoughts and emotions, and prepares us to listen.”
I don’t know about you, but I seem to default to solving my problems through careful thought and discussion (read as complaining…).
I found out 2 weeks ago that my cheese is being moved. I learned that there are some changes coming with my new job. (Change is a great thing; except when it happens to you…) My job doesn’t appear to be jeopardy, but I’m not exactly sure what my role is going to be either.
So I’ve been trying to think through all the possible outcomes, and the pros and cons of those outcomes. But here’s the deal, it probably won’t do me a lick of good. In fact, it will probably just stress me out.
Yesterday’s reading was a good reminder for me to put my trust in the Lord and let Him take care of things. After all, I’m just along for the ride.
Thinking of you Ronnie!! I’m sure w/you super abilities, all will work out fine w/your job.
Thanks Mel B
My cheese has been moved so much over the last couple of years, I’ve totally lost track of where it was to begin with.
I wish I could stop complaining also…
Thanks Ronnie
I had read your comments on “Stop Complaining” a few weeks ago. Of course I thought it was really good, (since I am your mom). One of my friends was having some problems with some co-workers and I told her I would pray for her. We had went to lunch and when I got back thought about checking to see if you had written anything new. God put that thought in my head and there were the words my friend needed. Then this morning my friend Penny called and was telling me somethings that were going on and I told her to read your thoughts also. They were both delighted in what you had to say. I am so very proud of you:) You are a true blessing from God.
Love ya bunches, Mom