Monday, November 19, 2012

JIM CAIN



Good Morning!



Now the rabble that was among them had a strong craving. And the people of Israel also wept again and said, “Oh that we had meat to eat! We remember the fish we ate in Egypt that cost nothing, the cucumbers, the melons, the leeks, the onions, and the garlic. But now our strength is dried up, and there is nothing at all but this manna to look at.” Numbers 11:4-6



There are few things in life more repulsive than ungratefulness. Whether it's a spoiled child screaming for more, or an adult who is unappreciative of another's giving, ungratefulness is ugly! Remember God's provision of manna for the Israelites in the wilderness? This food appeared every morning, except on the Sabbath, enough to feed the nation. If the Lord had not produced the manna, people would have starved.



Oddly enough, the people weren't grateful. They bemoaned that the “fish they ate in Egypt cost nothing”-nothing but their freedom. Gratefulness should abound when we witness God's provision in our lives. Next time you are compelled to complain about something, like your job, family, or anything in between, look at it in the light of God's provision.

Don't complain about your manna!