Hello,
I am studying through the 10th commandment again (not coveting). I would love any quotes, links, sermons, commentaries, etc., on how to balance not coveting with how to strive to better one's lot in life and not being content with a less than satisfactory status quo.
For instance, we have many examples of complaints in the psalms:
I once read an account of slavery in the Old South. When a runaway was recaptured he was rebuked by the use of the 10th commandment (i.e., he was sinfully discontent with his lot in life and therefore, ran away from his master). Is this legitimate?
Also, I am looking for quotes on grumbling, complaining and murmuring against God.
I am studying through the 10th commandment again (not coveting). I would love any quotes, links, sermons, commentaries, etc., on how to balance not coveting with how to strive to better one's lot in life and not being content with a less than satisfactory status quo.
For instance, we have many examples of complaints in the psalms:
How long, O Lord? Will you forget me forever?
How long will you hide your face from me?
How long must I take counsel in my soul
and have sorrow in my heart all the day?
How long shall my enemy be exalted over me? (Psalm 13:1-2, ESV)
I once read an account of slavery in the Old South. When a runaway was recaptured he was rebuked by the use of the 10th commandment (i.e., he was sinfully discontent with his lot in life and therefore, ran away from his master). Is this legitimate?
Also, I am looking for quotes on grumbling, complaining and murmuring against God.