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Choosing Your Attitude


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Scripture: Proverbs 15:15 - "All the days of the oppressed are wretched, but the cheerful heart has a continual feast."

1. Attitude determines your outlook on life - a positive attitude can lead to a more joyful and fulfilling life.

2. Your attitude affects how you interact with others - a positive attitude can lead to stronger relationships and better communication.

3. Choosing a positive attitude can help you overcome challenges and obstacles with resilience and grace.

4. Your attitude is a reflection of your inner thoughts and beliefs - choose to focus on gratitude and optimism.

5. Remember that you have the power to change your attitude at any moment - choose wisely and cultivate a mindset of positivity.

Prayer: Dear God, help me to choose a positive attitude in every moment. Guide me to focus on gratitude, optimism, and joy, even in the face of challenges. Thank you for the ability to shape my own mindset and outlook on life. Amen.

My story

Once upon a time, in a small town nestled among rolling hills and cherry blossoms, there lived a young woman named Maya. Maya was known throughout the community for her unwavering faith in God and her positive outlook on life.

From a young age, Maya had been taught by her parents to always trust in God and to choose her attitude wisely in every situation. She believed that by staying positive and hopeful, she would be able to overcome any obstacle that came her way.

One day, tragedy struck the town when a devastating storm swept through, leaving many homes destroyed and families devastated. Maya, too, was not spared from the destruction, as her family's home was left in ruins.

Despite the devastation, Maya remained strong in her faith and chose to see the silver lining in the situation. She believed that God had a plan for her and her family, and that he would provide for them in their time of need.

Sure enough, help came from unexpected sources, as neighbors and friends rallied together to help rebuild Maya's home. Through their support and the grace of God, Maya and her family were able to start anew and move forward with hope and gratitude in their hearts.

From that day on, Maya lived each moment with a grateful heart and a positive attitude, knowing that her faith in God would guide her through any challenge that came her way. And in doing so, she became a shining example to all who knew her, of the power of faith and the importance of choosing one's attitude wisely in every moment.

Go deeper 

As believers, we are called to choose our attitudes wisely in every moment as a reflection of our faith in God. This is supported by scripture in Philippians 2:5, which instructs us to have the same attitude as Christ Jesus. Our attitudes should be characterized by humility, love, patience, and trust in God's sovereignty. Our attitudes should also be a witness to the world, as stated in Colossians 4:5-6, encouraging us to conduct ourselves with wisdom towards outsiders.

Choosing our attitudes wisely is a way to demonstrate our trust in God's goodness and faithfulness, even in difficult circumstances. This aligns with Romans 8:28, which assures us that God works all things for the good of those who love Him and are called according to His purpose. By maintaining a positive and faithful attitude, we can bear witness to God's transformative power in our lives and bring glory to His name. In conclusion, as believers, it is important to intentionally choose our attitudes in every moment as a reflection of our faith in God. Our attitudes should be rooted in scripture, characterized by Christ-like qualities, and serve as a testimony to the world of God's faithfulness and goodness.



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