I recently read this on a sign outside a
small church…
Attitudes
are contagious.
Is
yours worth catching?
Have you ever noticed how little time it
takes for a negative attitude to spread? Trying not to catch it can feel like a
losing battle, but once I’ve caught it…then I’m also spreading the undesirable germs.
How about you? Is your attitude worth
catching?
May
the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of
mind toward each other that Christ Jesus had, so
that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord
Jesus Christ.
Romans 15:5-6 NIV
In Christ,
Laura
I'm linking up today with Deidra at The Sunday Community, Barbie at Fresh Brewed Sundays, and Wendy at Scripture Sunday.
Well, I try! The wrong attitude sometimes sits on my face, even when I don't think it's "there". Relying on the Lord and the friends He has given me is what/only counts.
ReplyDeleteI agree, our expressions don't always match our attitudes and feelings. Which is something to remember when I'm "guessing" what another person is feeling or thinking. Thanks for stopping by and commenting! God bless!
DeleteIsn't it amazing how quickly our attitudes spread? Thank goodness good attitudes are contagious, too. Thanks so much for joining The Sunday Community this week!
ReplyDeleteAmen! Thanks for hosting Deidra!
DeleteOh I love that! I better write that down! :)
ReplyDeleteLovely reminder friend and powerful verse. thank you!
So glad although attitudes are contagious, we get to choose what emotions we express. we have the power to stop the contagion...and turn the focus back on Him. To God be the glory.
I agree, it's something I'm trying to work on...not letting others' bad moods affect me, and controlling my reactions. God has all that we need...we just need to keep our focus on Him. Always!
DeleteGod bless you Nikki!
Absolutely true. I spoke to my ten year old this week about a grumpy morning setting a tone in the house. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteI totaly agree!!
DeleteOh...to have the attitude and mind of Christ! Thank you for this, Laura.
ReplyDeleteSuch a good thought provoking and challenging post Laura!
ReplyDeleteThank you for linking with Scripture Sunday this week. Love reading your posts.
Thats a good post
ReplyDeleteOh one of my biggest dislike is bad attitudes from people. It takes the same effort to be nice. There is no reason to be rude. good thoughts.
ReplyDeleteI do notice when I have a bad attitude, my kids catch it and run with it. Thank you for this reminder to keep my attitude in check!
ReplyDeleteI can't stand being around someone with a bad attitude!
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