17 JULY

SPICY FOOD IN INDIA

“Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation. (Philippians 2:14-16)

We all have the tendency to complain and argue, sometimes even with raised voices. This heightens our stress levels and sometimes results in sickness. Really, most situations could be handled in a quiet way, if we would invite and allow the power of the Holy Spirit within us to take control. As we mutter prayers in all situations, it quietens our thoughts and emotions and prepares us to listen to divine solutions.

Sometimes when we look back, we feel ashamed of our wrong expectations and reactions. This reminds me of a traveller, who once complained thus:  “During my holiday in India, I was disgusted to find that almost every restaurant served curry. I don’t like spicy food at all.” 

What on earth did she expect in India? Almost all Indian food is spicy but quite tasty – even the vegetarian foods. Have you tasted delicious tofu?

Grumbling and complaining remove our focus from the positive things that could give us joy to the negative things that take away our joy.

ACTION: Focus on the good, while praying about the bad!

PRAYER: Father, God, please grant me grace to make a determined effort to pray whenever I feel like complaining or grumbling.