Complain or Praise?

Complain or Praise? Wednesday, June 15 | Psalm 103 On the Go? Listen to Today's Devotional

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to complain about your life? The late Andy Rooney from 60 Minutes was a notorious complainer. He once said, “Everything you buy today is smaller, more expensive, and not as good as it was yesterday.” While there may be some truth to his observation, as believers we have many more reasons to rejoice than complain. Psalm 103 is a beautiful reminder of why we should celebrate the great goodness of God and all our second chances. Psalm 103 is an “inclusio,” meaning it starts and ends with the same phrase, “Praise the LORD, O my soul” (vv. 1, 22). David tells us why the Lord is worthy of praise. For instance, the Lord forgives and heals (v. 3), redeems and crowns (v. 4), and satisfies and renews (v. 5). He cares for the oppressed and seeks their justice (v. 6). David reminds his readers of Yahweh’s grace to their ancestors as they were brought out of Egypt and God made them into a nation (vv. 7–10). Many believe that the God in the Old Testament is an angry, wrathful God, but David reminds us that God is compassionate and loving, like a father to his children (vv. 13–18). He concludes his psalm by declaring that everyone, everywhere is to praise the Lord for all His works (vv. 19–22). Praising God may seem difficult in a world of complainers but reading through David’s psalm reminds us how grateful we ought to be. Remembering everything God has done and continues to do for us, gives us opportunity after opportunity to praise and serve Him. Praising God means taking time to reflect on what He has done for His people (v. 3), having a holy fear of Him (v. 17), obeying His commands (v. 18), and being obedient to His will (v. 21). Today, let’s praise Him for who He is and what He has done.

Pray with Us God, we praise You for Your immeasurable wisdom. We praise You for Your fearful holiness. We praise You for Your unquenchable might. We praise You for Your all-encompassing knowledge. We praise Your holy name!

 

[Normand]

Complain or Praise? Wednesday, June 15 | Psalm 103 On the Go? Listen to Today's Devotional

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to complain about your life? The late Andy Rooney from 60 Minutes was a notorious complainer. He once said, “Everything you buy today is smaller, more expensive, and not as good as it was yesterday.” While there may be some truth to his observation, as believers we have many more reasons to rejoice than complain. Psalm 103 is a beautiful reminder of why we should celebrate the great goodness of God and all our second chances. Psalm 103 is an “inclusio,” meaning it starts and ends with the same phrase, “Praise the LORD, O my soul” (vv. 1, 22). David tells us why the Lord is worthy of praise. For instance, the Lord forgives and heals (v. 3), redeems and crowns (v. 4), and satisfies and renews (v. 5). He cares for the oppressed and seeks their justice (v. 6). David reminds his readers of Yahweh’s grace to their ancestors as they were brought out of Egypt and God made them into a nation (vv. 7–10). Many believe that the God in the Old Testament is an angry, wrathful God, but David reminds us that God is compassionate and loving, like a father to his children (vv. 13–18). He concludes his psalm by declaring that everyone, everywhere is to praise the Lord for all His works (vv. 19–22). Praising God may seem difficult in a world of complainers but reading through David’s psalm reminds us how grateful we ought to be. Remembering everything God has done and continues to do for us, gives us opportunity after opportunity to praise and serve Him. Praising God means taking time to reflect on what He has done for His people (v. 3), having a holy fear of Him (v. 17), obeying His commands (v. 18), and being obedient to His will (v. 21). Today, let’s praise Him for who He is and what He has done.

Pray with Us God, we praise You for Your immeasurable wisdom. We praise You for Your fearful holiness. We praise You for Your unquenchable might. We praise You for Your all-encompassing knowledge. We praise Your holy name!

Never complain, instead praise, honor and glorify the Lord wherever we are. Situations come to our live to make us aware of Jesus holy presence in our life, Just be thankful for what He is trying to tell us. Amen

 

[Messmer]

Complaints have none. Gods word is true to the last word that is written. Praise, yes, lots of them. My heart belongs to the Lord and my mouth will utter words of praise that will touch the heart of God. King of love my Savior is.... wonderful song to sing to Jesus.

 

[Bikdarnac]

Complain or Praise? Wednesday, June 15 | Psalm 103 On the Go? Listen to Today's Devotional

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to complain about your life? The late Andy Rooney from 60 Minutes was a notorious complainer. He once said, “Everything you buy today is smaller, more expensive, and not as good as it was yesterday.” While there may be some truth to his observation, as believers we have many more reasons to rejoice than complain. Psalm 103 is a beautiful reminder of why we should celebrate the great goodness of God and all our second chances. Psalm 103 is an “inclusio,” meaning it starts and ends with the same phrase, “Praise the LORD, O my soul” (vv. 1, 22). David tells us why the Lord is worthy of praise. For instance, the Lord forgives and heals (v. 3), redeems and crowns (v. 4), and satisfies and renews (v. 5). He cares for the oppressed and seeks their justice (v. 6). David reminds his readers of Yahweh’s grace to their ancestors as they were brought out of Egypt and God made them into a nation (vv. 7–10). Many believe that the God in the Old Testament is an angry, wrathful God, but David reminds us that God is compassionate and loving, like a father to his children (vv. 13–18). He concludes his psalm by declaring that everyone, everywhere is to praise the Lord for all His works (vv. 19–22). Praising God may seem difficult in a world of complainers but reading through David’s psalm reminds us how grateful we ought to be. Remembering everything God has done and continues to do for us, gives us opportunity after opportunity to praise and serve Him. Praising God means taking time to reflect on what He has done for His people (v. 3), having a holy fear of Him (v. 17), obeying His commands (v. 18), and being obedient to His will (v. 21). Today, let’s praise Him for who He is and what He has done.

Pray with Us God, we praise You for Your immeasurable wisdom. We praise You for Your fearful holiness. We praise You for Your unquenchable might. We praise You for Your all-encompassing knowledge. We praise Your holy name!

Amen

 

[Brother in Christ (JC)]

Complain or Praise? Wednesday, June 15 | Psalm 103 On the Go? Listen to Today's Devotional

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to complain about your life? The late Andy Rooney from 60 Minutes was a notorious complainer. He once said, “Everything you buy today is smaller, more expensive, and not as good as it was yesterday.” While there may be some truth to his observation, as believers we have many more reasons to rejoice than complain. Psalm 103 is a beautiful reminder of why we should celebrate the great goodness of God and all our second chances. Psalm 103 is an “inclusio,” meaning it starts and ends with the same phrase, “Praise the LORD, O my soul” (vv. 1, 22). David tells us why the Lord is worthy of praise. For instance, the Lord forgives and heals (v. 3), redeems and crowns (v. 4), and satisfies and renews (v. 5). He cares for the oppressed and seeks their justice (v. 6). David reminds his readers of Yahweh’s grace to their ancestors as they were brought out of Egypt and God made them into a nation (vv. 7–10). Many believe that the God in the Old Testament is an angry, wrathful God, but David reminds us that God is compassionate and loving, like a father to his children (vv. 13–18). He concludes his psalm by declaring that everyone, everywhere is to praise the Lord for all His works (vv. 19–22). Praising God may seem difficult in a world of complainers but reading through David’s psalm reminds us how grateful we ought to be. Remembering everything God has done and continues to do for us, gives us opportunity after opportunity to praise and serve Him. Praising God means taking time to reflect on what He has done for His people (v. 3), having a holy fear of Him (v. 17), obeying His commands (v. 18), and being obedient to His will (v. 21). Today, let’s praise Him for who He is and what He has done.

Pray with Us God, we praise You for Your immeasurable wisdom. We praise You for Your fearful holiness. We praise You for Your unquenchable might. We praise You for Your all-encompassing knowledge. We praise Your holy name!

Sister, I pray many will read your blog. Complaining is progressive and it is a main ingredient to sadness and failure. Don't anyone kid themselves, complaining robs quality time from God, loved ones, love itself, joy, and beneficial thinking. Now I'm not talking about constructive comments, nor am I referring to praying about a problem, rather I'm referring to pointless grumbling that leads to victim mentality. Instead of being focus on the bad, focus on what God has given us.
We must count our blessings every day.
Focus on God.

 

[Warren]

Sister, I pray many will read your blog. Complaining is progressive and it is a main ingredient to sadness and failure. Don't anyone kid themselves, complaining robs quality time from God, loved ones, love itself, joy, and beneficial thinking. Now I'm not talking about constructive comments, nor am I referring to praying about a problem, rather I'm referring to pointless grumbling that leads to victim mentality. Instead of being focus on the bad, focus on what God has given us.
We must count our blessings every day.
Focus on God.

It is better to praise the Lord in whatever situation we are found to be. Complains comes from satan who loves to see us depressed, sad, lonely and forsaken. Praise lift us up to the glorios presence of the Lord. I have decided to follow Jesus... no turning back, never ever turn back.

 

[Brother in Christ (JC)]

It is better to praise the Lord in whatever situation we are found to be. Complains comes from satan who loves to see us depressed, sad, lonely and forsaken. Praise lift us up to the glorios presence of the Lord. I have decided to follow Jesus... no turning back, never ever turn back.

Amen.

 

[Betty]

Complain or Praise? Wednesday, June 15 | Psalm 103 On the Go? Listen to Today's Devotional

Have you ever noticed how easy it is to complain about your life? The late Andy Rooney from 60 Minutes was a notorious complainer. He once said, “Everything you buy today is smaller, more expensive, and not as good as it was yesterday.” While there may be some truth to his observation, as believers we have many more reasons to rejoice than complain. Psalm 103 is a beautiful reminder of why we should celebrate the great goodness of God and all our second chances. Psalm 103 is an “inclusio,” meaning it starts and ends with the same phrase, “Praise the LORD, O my soul” (vv. 1, 22). David tells us why the Lord is worthy of praise. For instance, the Lord forgives and heals (v. 3), redeems and crowns (v. 4), and satisfies and renews (v. 5). He cares for the oppressed and seeks their justice (v. 6). David reminds his readers of Yahweh’s grace to their ancestors as they were brought out of Egypt and God made them into a nation (vv. 7–10). Many believe that the God in the Old Testament is an angry, wrathful God, but David reminds us that God is compassionate and loving, like a father to his children (vv. 13–18). He concludes his psalm by declaring that everyone, everywhere is to praise the Lord for all His works (vv. 19–22). Praising God may seem difficult in a world of complainers but reading through David’s psalm reminds us how grateful we ought to be. Remembering everything God has done and continues to do for us, gives us opportunity after opportunity to praise and serve Him. Praising God means taking time to reflect on what He has done for His people (v. 3), having a holy fear of Him (v. 17), obeying His commands (v. 18), and being obedient to His will (v. 21). Today, let’s praise Him for who He is and what He has done.

Pray with Us God, we praise You for Your immeasurable wisdom. We praise You for Your fearful holiness. We praise You for Your unquenchable might. We praise You for Your all-encompassing knowledge. We praise Your holy name!

You deserve the glory and all the honor, I lift up my hands in worship and bless You holy name. Yes, all my complaints are gone, all I have is praise, to glorify the name of my dear Lord and Savior Jesus Christ who did wonders in my life and did wonders in the life of those I was praying for. All glory, all honor and praise to Him alone. Amen

 

[The Encourager]

Sister, I pray many will read your blog. Complaining is progressive and it is a main ingredient to sadness and failure. Don't anyone kid themselves, complaining robs quality time from God, loved ones, love itself, joy, and beneficial thinking. Now I'm not talking about constructive comments, nor am I referring to praying about a problem, rather I'm referring to pointless grumbling that leads to victim mentality. Instead of being focus on the bad, focus on what God has given us.
We must count our blessings every day.
Focus on God.

Thank You for sharing this with all of us!

 

[The Encourager]

It is better to praise the Lord in whatever situation we are found to be. Complains comes from satan who loves to see us depressed, sad, lonely and forsaken. Praise lift us up to the glorios presence of the Lord. I have decided to follow Jesus... no turning back, never ever turn back.

Thank You. I agree.