“Who are we?
You are not grumbling against us, but against the LORD”
Exodus 16:8b
Have you ever found yourself
complaining about the time of your bible study changing or possibly the
location where it’s usually held? What
about when someone forgets the snacks or sits in “your” seat? These seem to me to be luxuries we take for
granted yet we must realize that we’re grumbling against God not just within
ourselves. He provided us these things
but never said they were required for worship.
All that is required is an open heart and selflessness!
When
Moses was in the desert he had to listen to so much grumbling because the
Israelites weren’t happy with the provisions they were given; yet they weren’t
willing to completely surrender to God’s calling. They wanted more than they were willing to
give. When Christ gave up his life for
us he did so without complaints or grumbling but with a complete servant’s
attitude and this is our example.
So
next time a luxury turns into a source of complaint; especially in God’s house;
remember just that; it’s a luxury; not a requirement in serving our King! -CiCi-
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