Steve read something to me this morning from the , Every Day A Friday by Joel Osteen, that I really enjoyed so I asked him to share it with us. I thought it had great insight to looking at life in a different way. Looking at it from changed eyes. Changed eyes that show gratitude to our God that has every aspect planned out for us. A God, our heavenly Father, that we can be thankful for.
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If you want to live in victory, in happiness and joy, stay tuned to the right channel. You can't go around all day thinking things like I can't stand my job and I'm so overweight and I'm never getting out of debt.
Thinking those thoughts is draining your energy, your joy, your happiness, and your zeal. You are losing all the good things God has put in. You would be amazed at how much better you would feel if you got up each day and went on the offensive instead of being passive and entertaining every negative thought that comes to your mind. Think positive thoughts on purpose. Get up in the morning and make a declaration of faith. Say out loud to yourself, "This will be a great day. God is directing my steps. His favor is surround me like a shield. I'm excited about this day."
Encourage yourself so that you can find happiness in every day. When the negative voices start up and say:
"Well, the economy is bad. Aren't you afraid?"
Say "No, I know God is my provider. He supplies all of my needs."
"Well, gas is high."
"Yes, but God is well able to take care of me."
"Well, your child is not doing right."
"That's true, but I know he's subject to change."
"Well, you were laid off. I heard you lost your job. Aren't you frustrated?"
"Not at all. I know God is about to open up another door. I know He has something better in store for me."
"Well, you like you're not feeling well. Somebody said you received a bad report from the doctor."
"Yes, I did, but I know God is in complete control. He said that nothing would snatch me out of His hand. So I believe I will live out every second He's planned for me."
That's what it means to encourage yourself. Get up every morning thinking about the goodness of God. Replay in your mind the victories that He's give you in the past. Don't remember the negative. Change the channel and remember all the times God has brought you through.
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