Be an Encourager! Transform Yourself and Others | Christine Miller

Murmuring and complaining is a deadly sin: the Israelites experienced tragedy every time they complained against God. Although we are under grace in the New Covenant, complaining is still just as evil to God. He knows it hinders the blessings He has for us. Complaining also pollutes the hearer; there’s a force behind negative words. Complaining is contagious, spreading through the body. Instead we must be penitent if we complain, acknowledging it is sin and turning from it. We must also pray for anyone we’re tempted to complain about. Finally, we must praise God with gratitude and praise others for the ways they bless people.