Complaining: The Cause, The Curse, The Cure

Congregation: Swatara

Speaker: Dervin Witmer

Date: November 12, 2023

Audio Runtime: 45:16

Summary: The Children of Israel in the Wilderness (Exodus, Numbers) The Cause 1. Lack of basic needs such as food and water 2. Hard circumstances 3. Unmet expectations 4. Seemingly hopeless situations 5. Lust when basic needs are met 6. Rebellion against God and the earthly authority He set up 7. Focus on the way instead of our leader and destination The Curse 1. My basic needs are met and I want more 2. We are discontent with out life 3. We falsely accuse others and God 4. I focus on me and my problem rather than God 5. We are a negative influence on others 6. We are unwilling to be a part of the solution The Cure (Numbers 24) 1. Replace it with thanksgiving 2. Contentment 3. Trust in the sovereignty of God 4. Speech that is positive and uplifting 5. Willingness to be part of the solution

Categories: Christian Living