“Do all things without grumbling or disputing” – Philippians 2:14
Bible Verses About Grumbling
Exodus 16:2 – The Israelites grumbled against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness.
“And the whole congregation of the children of Israel complained against Moses and Aaron in the wilderness.” – Exodus 16:2
Exodus 17:3 – The people quarreled with Moses, expressing their complaints.
“But the people thirsted there for water, and the people complained against Moses.” – Exodus 17:3
Numbers 11:1 – The Lord heard the people grumbling about their hardships.
“Now when the people complained, it displeased the Lord; for the Lord heard it, and His anger was aroused.” – Numbers 11:1
Numbers 14:2 – The Israelites complained about their circumstances in the wilderness.
“And all the children of Israel complained against Moses and Aaron.” – Numbers 14:2
Deuteronomy 1:27 – The Israelites grumbled against God’s plans for them.
“And you complained in your tents, and said, ‘Because the Lord hates us, He has brought us out of the land of Egypt.'” – Deuteronomy 1:27
Proverbs 19:3 – Complaining can lead to a person’s own ruin.
“The foolishness of a man twists his way, and his heart frets against the Lord.” – Proverbs 19:3
Philippians 2:14 – Paul encourages the church to avoid grumbling.
“Do all things without grumbling or disputing.” – Philippians 2:14
1 Peter 4:9 – Showing hospitality without grumbling.
“Be hospitable to one another without grumbling.” – 1 Peter 4:9
James 5:9 – Do not grumble against each other, so you won’t be judged.
“Do not grumble against one another, brethren, lest you be condemned.” – James 5:9
Psalm 106:25 – The people complained in their tents and did not heed the Lord.
“But complained in their tents, and did not heed the voice of the Lord.” – Psalm 106:25
1 Corinthians 10:10 – Warning against grumbling like the Israelites did.
“Nor complain, as some of them also complained, and were destroyed by the destroyer.” – 1 Corinthians 10:10
Matthew 20:11 – Grumbling against the landowner’s choices.
“And when they had received it, they complained against the landowner.” – Matthew 20:11
Luke 15:29 – The elder son grumbled about his treatment compared to his brother.
“But he answered and said to his father, ‘Lo, these many years I have been serving you; I never transgressed your command at any time, and yet you never gave me a young goat, that I might make merry with my friends.'” – Luke 15:29
Luke 19:7 – The people grumbled about Jesus’ choice to stay with a sinner.
“But when they saw it, they all complained, saying, ‘He has gone to be a guest with a man who is a sinner.'” – Luke 19:7
2 Peter 2:10 – False teachers are bold and willfully ignorant, speaking evil of things they do not understand.
“And especially those who walk according to the flesh in the lust of uncleanness and despise authority. They are presumptuous, self-willed. They are not afraid to speak evil of dignitaries.” – 2 Peter 2:10
Colossians 3:13 – Encouragement to forgive and not hold grudges.
“Bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another.” – Colossians 3:13
2 Thessalonians 3:11 – Warning about those who do not work but are busybodies.
“For we hear that there are some who walk among you in a disorderly manner, not working at all, but are busybodies.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:11
Isaiah 58:4 – False humility and grumbling during fasting.
“Indeed, you fast for strife and debate, and to strike with the fist of wickedness.” – Isaiah 58:4
Isaiah 54:1 – Sing and rejoice for those who have experienced barrenness.
“Sing, O barren, you who have not borne! Break forth into singing, and cry aloud, you who have not labored with child!” – Isaiah 54:1
Proverbs 2:16 – Wisdom helps to save us from the immoral woman and grumbling people.
“To deliver you from the immoral woman, from the seductress who flatters with her words.” – Proverbs 2:16
2 Corinthians 12:20 – Concern for the Corinthians’ behavior, including grumbling.
“For I fear that when I come, I shall not find you such as I wish, and that I shall be found by you such as you do not wish.” – 2 Corinthians 12:20
Philippians 3:16 – Let us walk by the same rule and not grumble.
“Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule.” – Philippians 3:16
Final Thoughts
Grumbling often stems from discomfort, dissatisfaction, or unmet expectations. Yet as we look through these Bible verses, it’s clear that God calls us to a higher standard. Instead of letting negative feelings fester, we are reminded to express gratitude, embrace love, and seek forgiveness. It’s important to recognize our complaints can impact those around us. In our daily interactions, we should strive to uplift others rather than drag them down with our frustrations. By focusing on positivity and trust in God’s plans, we can move away from grumbling and towards harmony.
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