DAILY?READINGS: 1 Chronicles 12; Ezekiel 13; John 4:31-54
Yea, they despised the pleasant land, they believed not his word: But murmured in their tents, and hearkened not unto the voice of the Lord. Psalm 106:24-25
Instead of enjoying the blessings of God, Israel despised His goodness and disregarded His word. Privately they complained, thinking perhaps they were out of range of others. But the One who hears our cry when we are in distress is also the One who hears our voice of discontent. Remember, when we complain, the problem may be with us and not with others or our circumstances. Choose today to glorify the Lord with your words, both publicly—and in private.
—Mark Kolchin
Whate’er my fears or foes suggest, Thou art my hope, my joy, my rest;
My heart shall feel Thy love, and raise my cheerful voice to songs of praise.
—Issac Watts