In this Enjoying Life Series we have traveled through the book of Philippians as we have studied how God desires us to Enjoy Our Lives, NO MATTER WHAT!

Last week we learned about complaining and how it negatively affects our lives by reading Philippians 2: 14-15 which states, “Do everything without complaining or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe.”

Last weekend we also started a 21 Day “No Complaints” Challenge, where we will be going 21 days making “No Complaints” in our lives… Wheeew… What a month it is going to be as the challenge is not necessarily an easy one – but this I know – It will be a fulfilling one that draws us closer to God in the process…

If you missed last weeks message, or need a refresher already (I think I do…), you can listen to it online by clicking on the podcast button on the right.

Here is a quick recap of the points:

HOW TO CONQUER COMPLAINING:

1. ADMIT THAT IT IS A PROBLEM

“A man who refuses to admit his mistakes can never be successful. But if he confesses and forsakes them, he gets another chance.” Prov. 28:13 (LB)

2. ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY OWN LIFE

“Some people ruin themselves by their own stupid mistakes and then blame the Lord.” Prov. 19:3 (GN)

3. DEVELOP AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE

“Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” I Thess. 5:18

4. LOOK FOR GOD’S HAND IN CIRCUMSTANCES

“This small and temporary trouble we suffer will bring us a tremendous and eternal glory, much greater than the trouble. So we fix our attention, not on the things that are seen, but on the things that are unseen. What is seen lasts only for a time, but what cannot be seen lasts forever.” 2 Cor. 4:17-18 (GN)

5. PRACTICE SPEAKING POSITIVELY

“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” Eph. 4:29

Looking forward to pursuing this challenge with you as we learn how to ENJOY OUR LIVES – No Matter What!

Pastor David

Bonus: This is sure to jump start your joy over the next 21 days…