Loading...

Don’t be a murmurer (1)

Tuesday July 29, 2025
1 min read

“Don't murmer against God” 1 Corinthians 10:10 NKJV

If you don’t think God takes murmuring seriously, read this: “Don’t murmur against God and his dealings with you, as some of them did, for that is why God sent his Angel to destroy them. All these things happened to them as examples – as object lessons to us – to warn us against doing the same things” (vv. 10-11 TLB). Not only do murmuring and complaining hinder your prayers from being answered, but they also affect your health and the happiness of those around you. So: (1) Pray before entering your day. Receive God’s help first thing. Don’t wait until you’re overwhelmed with problems. Ask Him to permeate you with His peace and joy and enable you to respond His way during the entire day. “The joy of the Lord is your strength” (Nehemiah 8:10). (2) Get a good night’s sleep. Many metabolic and other restorative processes occur during the various stages of sleep. If you don’t get enough sleep for your system to be renewed, you will probably feel annoyed by the smallest things. David said, “I lay down and slept; I awoke, for the Lord sustained me” (Psalm 3:5 NKJV). (3) Talk to your doctor. When the people and situations around you constantly feel like “a pain in the neck” to you, it may be due to a literal pain in your neck or some other part of your body. Chemical imbalances can cause clinical depression, but the right medical help can restore your perspective. And watch your diet. Too much caffeine and sugar will adversely alter your mood and cause a spike in your insulin. Bottom line: the physical affects the mental, emotional, and spiritual!

The Word for You Today is authored by Bob and Debby Gass and published under licence from Celebration Enterprises, Inc. Copyright © 2024


Bible in a Year:

Get daily encouragement straight to your inbox!

Start your day with The Word For You Today—a trusted source of daily encouragement designed to speak right to your heart. Whether you're juggling work, family, or just needing a quiet moment with God, these short, powerful devotionals help you stay grounded in faith and hope. It’s like a gentle nudge from a friend reminding you that God is with you, even in the chaos. Perfect with your morning coffee or during school drop-off downtime, The Word For You Today fits beautifully into your routine and brings spiritual encouragement just when you need it most.
We'll never share your email with anyone else.
You'll get an email each morning and you can unsubscribe anytime!

Advertisement

Advertisement

Your gift to The Word For You Today and UCB Radio helps ensure daily encouragement get to people in their darkest times: 

“I read The Word For You Today every morning before my kids wake up. It keeps me grounded and gives me strength to face the day.”
– Jessica, UCB Listener & Mom of 3

Donate

Get positive, uplifting UCB Radio and The Word For You Today wherever you go with our FREE app. 

Download

Let us stand with you and pray for your concerns.

UCB Radio Prayerline is powered by

Request Prayer

Previous Daily Encouragement

Read Today
Mon July 28

Stay open and approachable

Some people seem to go through life with a “closed” sign on their foreheads. Whether through fearfulness, selfishness, callousness, or busyness, they’re not open...

Read more
Sun July 27

Help for caregivers

One day you may end up caring for a sick or aging loved one. And to take care of them properly, you must learn...

Read more
Sat July 26

Resolve conflict quickly (2)

In order to resolve conflict, do these: (1) Focus on the person’s behaviour and stay away from remarks about their character. Saying, “It was...

Read more
Fri July 25

Resolve conflict quickly (1)

Few things in life cause more stress than unresolved conflict. It will elevate your blood pressure and consume your thoughts until you resolve it...

Read more
Thu July 24

The waiting strategy

When you’re up against a problem that seems too big for you or feel like you are in over your head and you don’t...

Read more
Wed July 23

Don’t burn out (2)

To keep from burning out, do this: (1) Join a support group. Ask yourself, who fills the role of Paul to your Timothy? Who...

Read more

Advertisement

Advertisement