Philippians 2:14-15, “Do all things without murmurings and disputings: That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world.”
When something comes into our lives that doesn’t meet with our standards or expectations, our first reaction is often to murmur and complain. It may even lead to contention and arguments. This seems to be the natural human response to the irritations of life. But, as usual, God does not want us to react with our natural tendencies.
The word ‘all’ is used frequently in the scriptures. All, covers a large scope of happenings, in fact, it covers everything. God is not even allowing us wiggle room to complain about the things that we feel ‘justified’ to complain about. This statement is all inclusive, leaving nothing out.
This verse tells us that we live in a wicked and perverse nation. This statement covers America today, as well as the Jewish nation of yesteryear. God says if we refrain from murmuring and complaining, we will stand out and shine for Him. (Shine – give light, be bright and brilliant, 1828 Dictionary).
When we respond to the happenings of life with grace and trust in God, it will be noticed by those around us and it will be a testimony for the Lord. People need to know that God makes a difference in our lives and we show them this by our actions!
So…o…o…o the next time you are tempted to complain or murmur, ask God to help you respond in a manner that will please Him. Be the light in this dark world that God wants you to be!
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