Shining or complaining? Choose one

This is a hard calling to live up to:

Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless and pure, “children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation.” Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky (Philippians 2:14, 15 NIV)

It's so tempting to complain or at least justify other because of the circumstances that happen to us. I am tempted to argue or complain after this morning at least to my roommates or God. After all I have important work to do and a busy day and this and that. I am sure any of us could go on most days and think of something to complain about.

But attitude is a choice! Will I choose to focus on what happened or will I let go and rejoice and try to shine!? The funny thing is my day is worse when I complain too. And when I can let go and give things to God and move on I actually have a better day!

God help me to be thankful for what I have and to not focus on grumbling or complaining but just to accept what you have given me and ask for your help. Shine your light through me!

Amen