faultfinding Archives - Steps to Life

The Filthy Garment, Part I

November 26, 2019 by John J. Grosboll

“I saw that all the religion a few poor souls have consists in watching the garments and acts of others, and finding fault with them. Unless they reform, there will be no place in heaven for them, for they would find fault with the Lord Himself.”

The Power of Speech, Part VI

November 7, 2019 by John J. Grosboll

A word of love and encouragement will do more to subdue the hasty temper and willful disposition than all the faultfinding and severe censure that you can heap upon the erring ones.

The Power of Speech, Part VII

November 7, 2019 by John J. Grosboll

We must lay hold of the supreme Power, and close our ears to complaint and faultfinding. Crush this inclination, and empty the soul temple of evil-thinking.

The Power of Speech, Part VIII

November 6, 2019 by John J. Grosboll

[Editor’s Note: This article continues a compilation of counsel given to strengthen and encourage anyone who is struggling through a crisis caused by the “Power of Speech.”]

What is one time when we should not speak?

“God lives and reigns, and if you take hold of His work cheerfully and willingly, He will bless and sustain you. ...

The Power of Speech, Part IX

November 5, 2019 by John J. Grosboll

The children of God should never be rough and discourteous in their bearing toward one another. They should never blame and condemn. To those who want to give vent to a spirit of faultfinding, I would say, Go out among the rocks and stumps, and there relieve your mind of its evil thoughts;…

The Pen of Inspiration – In Relation with One Another

October 23, 2019 by Ellen G. White

As we become interested in the salvation of souls, we cease to mind the little differences that so often arise in our association with one another. Whatever others may think of us, it need not disturb our oneness with Christ, the fellowship of the Spirit.

Remember Lot’s Wife, Part I

July 22, 2019 by John J. Grosboll

Jesus said, “Remember Lot’s wife.” What are we supposed to remember about Lot’s wife? Let us just review a little history.