There is a direct correlation between doubt and complaining. When you doubt, you open the door to negativity, pessimism, worry, and anxiety. But God desires that you live freely and abundantly, and your faith is necessary for that. See how to strengthen your confidence in God’s promises.

God advocates for His people. Trust the Lord to be your defender, and thank Him for standing up for you. Praise Him for defeating every enemy on your behalf. Rejoice that the weapon formed against you won’t prosper, and be grateful that Jesus Christ intercedes for you in unfavorable circumstances.

We all like to get our way. But sometimes, what we want and think we need is not what God is interested in doing. He is after something far more important and valuable. Instead of complaining and being frustrated, how about being grateful for what God is teaching you in this season?

We would all do well to keep in mind that the Lord’s mercy, which endures forever, has been extended to each of us. If we dwelled on that fact, we would be too busy praising and thanking God for His amazing grace to complain about someone else’s unworthiness of it.

Obsessing over the bad stuff? Instead of focusing on the negative, flip it, and turn into a positive. Rather than stressing over what you don’t have, flip it, and express your gratitude for what you do have. Instead of complaining about what’s going wrong, flip it, and rejoice over what’s going right.

Unless you guard your heart with Scripture, the intensity of your tests and troubles will make you angry, discontented, and heavy. Without the sword of the Spirit, which Ephesians 6:17 tells us is the word of God, your complaint will be given free rein, and bitterness will only grow.

Ever been chastised by God? If you focus on the unpleasantness of divine discipline, your gripes will overshadow God’s mercies. Your complaints will blind you to the fact that the trial, the trouble, or the test is your teacher, and it will make your life infinitely better, if you submit to the process.

God wants us all to be content and not entitled. When we remain grateful where we are on our way to where we want to be, God sees that, and He delights in it. Sometimes, do you feel like life isn’t fair, and you aren’t getting what you deserve? This will help you change your mindset and see God’s goodness everywhere!

Do you begin complaining when things don’t go your way, and God doesn’t meet your expectations? Do you get frustrated or angry when what you hoped for, prayed for, and waited for fail to materialize? Even though you say God is in control, do you sort of wish you had more control of things?

In times of crisis, do you let your internal storm lead you to believe the worst and overlook the faithfulness of God? It’s very common to go into panic mode, complain, and convince yourself that God is far away and not doing anything to help you. But you can self-correct and reverse this habit.

Have your trials ever given you a temporary case of amnesia and made you forget how faithful God is? Has prolonged trouble worn you down and pushed you into a cycle of complaining? Has a series of setbacks caused you to worry more than you worship?

In the month of November, just in time for Thanksgiving season, “Your Daily Cup of Inspiration” writer Dianna Hobbs is filling your cup to the brim with thankfulness. Her new blog series, “28 Days of Gratitude” walks you through a process of seeing God’s grace every single day. Read Day #1!

He keeps every promise. If He said it, then He will do it. Trust Him, and don’t stress over your circumstances. You serve the greatest provider, way-maker, door-opener, body-healer, and the only true Savior. No matter what happens know that God has you covered.

God blocks some attacks of the enemy. But whatever does get through the divine filter, even if it is uncomfortable, is being used to further shape and refine you. If God chose not to filter out this latest assault on your faith, family, finances, health, or stability, it is working for you and not against you.

What may appear to the be the end: the end of a job; the end of a relationship; the end of health; the end of happiness; and the end of something good is actually the start of something better. It’s the start of a new season. God will do even greater things. He is not finished with you yet.

Are you in a season where it feels like everything is coming against you? Well, when Satan opposes you, he has to contend with God, and we know the Lord has an undefeated record. So then, whatever the attack is—whether it be physical, financial, spiritual, emotional, or relational—don’t worry. Don’t be fearful. Don’t be intimidated. Don’t get anxious. God’s got this!

Do your circumstances seem to be pointing to the worst possible outcome? Well, God is working things out and moving on your behalf. His hand of deliverance is outstretched. Though the enemy has come at you full-force and adversity is all around, you are surrounded by His favor. God’s power has already secured your victory!

Are you in the middle of tough season? Wondering when it will change? This is not the end of your story. What was meant for evil in your life, God is going to use it for good. You are not forgotten. He knows your name and your plight. All is not lost. You will see a turnaround. You will have a triumphant testimony. You will overcome and see God do great things!

Today, God is sending this word to tell you, don’t be surprised by trouble when it shows up. Don’t be dismayed when the attack comes against your faith, family, finances, health, stability, or destiny. In the midst of adversity, be confident that God’s good plan will still unfold in your life. Satan cannot steal your harvest!

You don’t have to sit back and passively accept your circumstances or assume things will never change. If your theme song has been “Que Será, Será,” (Whatever Will Be, Will Be), it’s time to change the tune. Boldly go to the throne of grace! Ask God to step in, intervene in negative situations and reverse the course of your destiny. Look forward to God answering you favorably!