Someone asked God for blessings so God gave him a job. But he found his boss hard and his work difficult. So sabi niya kay God, mabuti pa raw noong wala siyang trabaho, kasi hindi siya napapagod.
Someone asked God to give her a good future, so God gave her strict parents to protect and guide her. But she complained to God and said, "Why can't I exercise my freedom without hindrance?"
Others complain about the color of their skin, the country of their birth, and many other things. They think they deserve something better. Yes, I agree with them. But do you will get that something better by rejecting what you have already? Don't you think producing something good out from what God has given you can help you achieve the better things you want?
Complaining about what you have will not change your situation. And even if God gives you something better, you will still find fault in it. I am learning that contentment requires great humility, and that means to recognize that what you have comes from the Lord.
You may be asking why God has given you less than what He has given others. But is it possible that He is just giving you more opportunities to do greater things for Him? Most of the great men in the Bible did not start with an abundance of resources, but with very little. This is what God did for Nick Vujicic. He was born without hands and feet, yet he has become one of the most inspirational speakers in the world. His unique situation has opened more opportunities for him to speak and encourage many people around the world.
As I've said before, one of the most important things I've learned in life is that when you do not see what you have as a blessing, you will not enjoy them as a blessing!
