The Dangers of Complaining

What does Jesus mean when he tells us to “bear fruit”? Fr. Mike Schmitz explains that bearing fruit isn’t simply about being productive or avoiding laziness, it’s about who we are becoming and allowing God to transform our lives. How can you bear fruit today? 

What does "Give us this day our daily bread" really mean? Fr. Mike Schmitz explores why Jesus teaches us to ask for "daily bread" and how this simple prayer invites us to trust God one day at a time. 

It can be easy to look at the situation and complain about the changes you want to see instead of praying that God changes you to handle the situations He has allowed you to experience. - Christine Perry SUBSCRIBE to our sister podcasts: The Crosswalk Devotional: https://www.life ...  Show more

Many are reluctant to cry out to God when suffering for fear their complaints would offend Him. And rightly so! Remember in Exodus when the Lord burned with anger at the Israelites for grumbling? But there is a significant difference between complaining about God versus complaini ...  Show more

If you complain about your circumstances, you’ll be complaining a lot. Our circumstances will never be perfect this side of eternity.This podcast is only possible with the support of listeners like you. Please consider giving generously to the work of helping women thrive in Chri ...  Show more

We’ve all heard that complaining isn’t good for your mood, but it’s also unhealthy for the body. It can actually damage your brain! Today, when the urge to complain arises, we invite you to try to reframe your reaction into something healthier — like gratitude — instead. Learn mo ...  Show more