Our attitude can be like medicine that heals or like poison that kills. When we look at our circumstances, is our instant response positive or negative? When we look at those around us, do we first see their gifts or their faults?
"My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts,” says the Lord. “And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine. For just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so my ways are higher than your ways and my thoughts higher than your thoughts. (Isaiah 55:8-9 NLT)
We are living in error when we believe our attitude is determined by our circumstances. Circumstances will sometimes be favorable and sometimes not. External factors have very little to do with our contentment. A good attitude is rooted in the truth that God is good every day and God is making that goodness available to us in every circumstance.
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. (Romans 8:28 NIV)
What do we do when we find ourselves struggling with a negative perspective or bad attitude? We need to recognize that a bad attitude comes from negative thinking which impacts our response to certain situations. Even though someone may trigger a hostile response in us, our attitude is our own, not theirs, and we need to submit that to God. Together with God, we can uncover the root cause of our bad attitude and receive healing and release from its bondage.
Finally, all of you should be of one mind. Sympathize with each other. Love each other as brothers and sisters. Be tenderhearted and keep a humble attitude. (1 Peter 3:8 NLT)
Choosing to remember God’s goodness and His promises to us, is the foundation on which we build our faith, and maintain a positive attitude.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, Forgive me for my bad attitude towards You, towards others, and towards life in general. Help me understand the underlying root of my self-centered thinking and bad attitude so I may be set free from its bondage. Amen
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