Exodus 16:9-16
If there’s a list of things I can complain to God, it will be a long, extensive list. There are times when whining seem to be the only thing I can do, and of course I feel justified, because for all intents and purposes are valid. Childish behavior warranted by our deep needs – and admit it, sometimes complaining is a guilty pleasure we enjoy.
The Israelites grumbled. They complained about the heat, then the cold, then food. The amazing thing is that God listens to them. Nothing was too trivial, or childish before Him. He is so involved with the lives of the people He took care that meat and bread are provided. He is concerned that a pillar of clouds is there to bring shade to a people complaining about the heat, and a pillar of fire when they wanted warmth in the cold night.
Much can be said about the character of the ungrateful, crabby Israelites, but more can be said about the generosity and the patience of He who provides what is enough. In His own ways, and in His own time, God provides. He is a God who gives what is needed. He is a God who tenderly prepares the provisions we desperately need.
And when He provides, rest assured it is enough. We do not need to fear about tomorrow. We rest in His “enoughness.” He is
in control. He will provide.
Hits that spot: "Childish behavior warranted by our deep needs – and admit it, sometimes complaining is a guilty pleasure we enjoy."
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