We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.
Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.
Winston Churchill (1874-1965) served the United Kingdom as Prime Minister from 1940-1945 and later from 1951-1955. He unwavering leadership during World War II lifted the spirits of his nation in the darkest of times. He was also a prolific writer with countless published works.
Circumstances occur that could easily crush us. Unexpectedly, they come. Immediately we have a choice to make . . . an attitude choice.
From Psalm 107:43: “Let those who are wise pay attention to these things and consider the steadfast love of the Lord.”
The people whom I have seen succeed best in life have always been cheerful and hopeful people who went about their business with smiles on their faces.
From Genesis 33:10: “Jacob said, ‘No, please; if I find favor with you, then accept my present from my hand, for truly to see your face is like seeing the face of God, since you have received me with such favor.'”
My middle name really is perseverance. Maybe people need to have that kind of particular core driving them.
I believe staying young at heart is all in one’s personal attitude . . . you can’t instill that in anyone.
Rita Moreno (born 1931) is a Puerto Rican-born American actress, dancer, and singer. In 1961, she received an Oscar as Best Supporting Actress in “West Side Story.” During her long and distinguished career, she has received awards for her television, theatrical, and musical works.
Waiting for inspiration
Seeking life’s fresh, new start
Searching nighttime’s galaxy
Empty stars fall apart
Hiding from inspiration
Fearing each day’s setback
Sleeping until afternoon
Day’s journey stays off track
Breathing with inspiration
Shirking destiny’s call
Walking away once again
Ambition slows to crawl
Dreaming of inspiration
Waking to sunrise fog
Giving up another day
Hollow thoughts fill backlog
Starting with new attitude
Taking desired station
Leaving forever, life of . . .
Empty inspiration
The good news is that the bad news can be turned into good news when you change your attitude.
From James 1:2-4: “My brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of any kind, consider it nothing but joy, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance; and let endurance have its full effect, so that you may be mature and complete, lacking in nothing.”
From Psalm 111:1: “Praise the Lord! I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart, in the company of the upright, in the congregation.”
Pessimistic and gloomy attitude
One negative brick follows another
Suffocating and negative self-talk
Sounding more like Eeyore’s little brother
Time for transforming callous attitude
With praise and thanksgiving, eyes upon God
His Grace offering truest Bread of Life
Believe, follow, accept His blessed rod
Breathing in our Lord’s trusted, living Word
Dropping negativity’s jagged sword
Accepting our Father’s mercy and love
Trading bitterness for His sweet accord
Learning from God’s Holy teachings and creeds
Feeling His just and faithful, love-filled works
Listening to each breath, His spoken Word
Maturing in faith’s righteous masterworks
Embracing God’s eternal covenant
Studying His Word, bearing full delight
Celebrating Him with salutations
Singing with attitude of praise, now right
From Psalm 111:10: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; all those who practice it have a good understanding. His praise endures forever.”
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Attitude is more important than the past, than education, than money, than circumstances, than what people do or say. It is more important than appearance, giftedness, or skill.
From Philippians 4:8: “Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.”
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