Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky as you hold firmly to the word of life. And then I will be able to boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor in vain. Philippians 2:14-16
Many places in the Bible are references to words, speech, being positive. On a scale of 1 to 10, 10 being the most positive and 1 being a horrible complainer where are you on the scale? Do some soul searching.
Maybe your parents may have said to you “If you don’t have anything to say say nothing at all” because it is so easy to pick people and things apart. When you feel like doing it even when you feel it is justified, stop and pray instead. Develop a habit of becoming aware of your negativity.
When you go about your day do you better represent the kingdom of Christ or a legalistic Sadducee and Pharisee like in The Bible? Which do you want to be? Only you can decide and if you recognize you have slipped up pray as Holy Spirit is in the transformation business!
PRAYER: Even when I feel justified in speaking bad about someone or something help me stop and realize I represent you Lord and I need to pray for those who are slipping up or maybe who just need a life transformation and a rededication to you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
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