"Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the
Gospel of Christ" (Philippians 1:27)
Do
you sometimes find that your attitude is difficult to control?
What
can you do when the “grouchies” take hold?
I believe the single most significant decision I
can make on a day-to-day basis
is my choice of attitude, and
although my “choice” is to have a great attitude at all times, sometimes it’s
just hard to shake off an unsettling bad or grouchy mood! It’s probably one of
the most frustrating things I am challenged with, because I know that today’s
attitude matters! And although attitude isn’t always obvious to others, the
liabilities (to self) associated with a bad temperament can simply limit our
potential and drag us down. According to scripture, our attitude towards life,
circumstances, and towards others should be like the Lord’s. The attitude we
that we show in our daily living is a witness to others.
“And
to be made new in the attitude of your minds; and to put on the new self,
created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness. (Ephesians 4:23)
If you think about it, our attitudes toward
ourselves and others is a direct result of our attitude towards God, because we
aren’t choosing (or acting or feeling) to be the way He wants us to become.
After all, our attitudes are really the inner character of our heart and
thoughts; they are hidden expressions and feelings that can eventually serve as
a basis for our actions. Of course, there are certainly times when we have a legitimate reason to be upset about things,
but God wants us to lean heavily upon Him and look to His Word. He wants us to
look to Him to see what to do and how to react. Bad attitudes are
responsible for needless worry, and God promises us that if we truly have an
obedient heart--a good attitude--He
will supply all our needs in abundance.
“If you
serve Christ with this attitude, you will please God and others will approve of
you too.” (Romans 14:18)
Linking up with Joan to "Share His Beauty"
A change of attitude is only possible by looking at Jesus. He is so generous in forgiving our debt. What we need for every day he would give if we ask Him, knowing that without Him we can do nothing. But with Him ... we fight against our nature, our wrong attitude and inattentive behavior. Let us go to Him. Refine us ...
ReplyDeleteI love this topic you have here today and the reason I love it is because we all can identify that we need to do some adjustments with out attitudes, when I look at what Jesus says our attitudes are to be sometimes I can do a few of them right then other times I fail at them. But we have to cultivate them all not one at a time, in our lives, because if we wait till we got them down perfect we will never reach the rest of them because here on this earth we aren't going to be perfect but we have to strive for it. And so there will always be days in my life and everyone else where some times we make the mark and the next day we miss the mark..
ReplyDeleteAnd though we miss it doesn't mean we should try harder to make it right amen?
Great post SIS
Our attitude is so important! Sometimes, like you said, we have legitimate reasons to be upset. But, when we lean on God, even at those times, we can change our mood to a more positive one. As we remember our joy in the Lord, we can't help but shine for Him! Blessings, Joan
ReplyDeleteThanks for this reminder Denise. My attitude sometimes needs adjusted. You are right about it being a choice, a daily one.
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Thank-you for this reminder...a much needed one today!
ReplyDeleteQUOTE: "...Our attitude is an indicator that shows God, others (and ourselves!) the work and ways that He is exhibited in us; it displays who Christ is in us. We have a responsibility to have the best attitude possible so that it will impact and be contagious to others. We love being around people with a great attitude; it’s uplifting, inspirational and contagious. And it’s definitely something that is positive and worthy of being shared and spread around! We need to lift others up, and bring our attitudes into obedience to God’s Word..."
ReplyDeleteLove what you wrote - this is SO TRUE!
Hi Denise - right now as I sit here, my attitude is lousy! So, here's to choosing to change my attitude for that more becoming of one following Christ. Thank you for the gentle kick in the butt
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Tracy
Great post, Denise! You are so right! Our attitudes we display reflects our attitude about God...we can choose to be content. We can trust that God is allowing our day to be the way it is and trust that He knows best. That is certainly easier said than done; however, it is our choice.
ReplyDeleteI so agree with you on this! We can always choose our response to situations. For me, that's what 'Heart Choices' is all about. Life is hard at times but with Christ in us, we can choose to rely on Him. As we surrender to His control, the fruit of the Spirit becomes evident to those near us.
ReplyDeleteI have to admit I give in to my flesh at times. But when I allow Christ to fill me, His fruit is seen. And that is my prayer. I have far too many people in my life who don't yet know Him personally. But they notice my attitude in response to difficult situations. And that's a wonderful testimony and opportunity to point to Jesus.
I miss you too! And I have to tell you that many at my work have mentioned Winco and love it. I hate to say that I've not yet been there but with the move, I've not had much time to shop. I will get there though once school is out as I want to check it out.
Blessings and love,
Debbie
Oh, did this post ever hit home! Thanks for the attitude adjustment, sister!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your post. We have to adjust our attitude especially when we are known to be "Christian" we are always on display and alot of people look to see what we do and how we behave. Thank you for the encouragement.
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ReplyDeleteI agree with you, attitudes attract or repel. As believers, our attitude should speak louder than our profession. Thanks for sharing. Following you from the walk.
This is so true yet so hard. Especially as women with our hormones I know I have days that I need an attitude adjustment. God's word doesn't make an exception for our hormones.
ReplyDeleteFantastic post... please consider linking this message with the Scripture Sunday link up over on ECTaS! It would be lovely to have you link up and for others to be blessed by this wonderful post :D
ReplyDeleteWendy @ ECTaS
Hi Denise
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting my blog today. Sorry you were having probs with the linky. I noticed you mentioned the direct photo link - I think this may be the problem... you may need to link to your post and not the photo. Hope this makes sense... I've had one of those days and I don't think I'm thinking straight!! Hope this works as it would be great to have you link up :D
What a great post.....Laughter is such good medicine for the body and soul and lifts us to a place of well being.....
ReplyDeleteI can't image going a day without laughter....There's always funny things to stir the laughter button....if only we look....
this is so true!!! I think we all have to lighten up just a little and enjoy our blessings!!
ReplyDeleteI love this reminder for laughter! I read this on another blog and it seems that laughter much be a theme lately - we must all be in need! Thank you!
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