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I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. - Philippians 4:11

humans love to grumble. no matter the circumstance.
if things were bad, we grumble. if things were good, we grumble as well.
the problem isn't with the situation, the problem is with us -
we need to learn to be content.

instead of looking at how things ought to be, why not be thankful for the things that already are.
instead of blaming God for every sick person, why not rejoice over every healthy one?
we need to count our blessings. the fact that we are able to grumble is enough reason to be thankful.
be content whatever the circumstances.

HOW is it possible?
Paul says,

I can do everything through Him who gives me strength. - Philippians 4:13

rely on His strength, not ours.
it is a supernatural feat not to grumble, we cannot rely on our own might.

INSTEAD of grumbling, we need to go one step higher - share in someone's troubles.
or, simply, be a blessing; meet his needs.
AND there is a promise:

And my God will meet all your needs according to His glorious riches in Christ Jesus. - Philippians 4:19

wow.
amen.