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Silence Is Golden
There is a story told about a man who decided to become a monk. He joined a monastery that required its members to take a vow of silence. At the end of each year’s service this man would be allowed … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor, Leadership
Tagged complaining, grumbling, illustration, monastery, monk, Philippians 2:14, vow of silence
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Not So Thankful
In some parts of Mexico hot springs and cold springs are found side by side. Because of the convenience of this natural phenomenon the women often bring their laundry and boil their clothes in the hot springs and then rinse … Continue reading
Without Grumbling
A man decided to join a monastery that had a strict code of silence. Each monk was only allowed to speak once every five years, and then he was only allowed two words. The monk worked hard for five years, … Continue reading
Easy for Me to Say!
I was once watching a sports announcer on television as he offered his view of something that had happened in the sports world. I don’t recall whether he was talking about a certain player, a particular team or a play … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Humor, Leadership, Sports
Tagged arguing, complaining, criticism, grumbling, illustration, Philippians 2:14
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The “Nays” Have It
A story is told about a church that hosted a birthday celebration for one of its members who had reached the age of 100. One of the newer members of the church approached the guest of honor and said, “You … Continue reading
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Tagged change, complaining, grumbling, illustration, negativity, Philippians 2:14, positive attitude
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He Heard You
A story is told about a time when Winston Churchill was attending an official ceremony in London. Two men behind him recognized him and began to whisper behind his back. “They say Churchill’s quite senile now,” said one. “Yes, and … Continue reading
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Tagged criticism, gossip, grumbling, illustration, Winston Churchill
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What’s Your Problem?
“In those days when the number of disciples was increasing, the Grecian Jews among them complained against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food.”—Acts 6:1. God’s people have always tended to be … Continue reading
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Tagged Acts 6:1, complaining, griping, grumbling, illustration, Philippians 2:14, selfish desires
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