For my first foray up Mount Katahdin, I brought five people along. After the first mile, three of them were complaining about my going too fast and that the way was too hard. I patiently explained that what lay ahead was even more difficult terrain and that they should probably return to the vehicle. They did so, and one other person and I continued the climb to the top.
Complaining in difficulty robs people of enjoyment, both in this life and sometimes in the world to follow.
Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world, holding fast to the word of life, so that in the day of Christ I may be proud that I did not run in vain or labor in vain.
Admittedly, this Christian experience has its difficulties, but it surely is worth the pain and tribulations. The feeling of reaching a mountain top can’t compare to the glories of heaven.
Give it some thought.
Gary