An Overcoming Attitude

“He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.”1 John 4:4 NKJV

The disappointments of life can cause you to see nothing but negativity in your future. You express hopelessness, belittle your own abilities, refuse to take any risk, say no to personal growth opportunities, complain about the unfairness of life, and say that nothing you do will make a difference in a particular circumstance.

Do you recognize any of these attitudes in yourself? If so, there’s good news. That means with practice, you can develop an overcoming attitude.

Here’s how:

(1) Be honest about your desire to conquer pessimism. Being pessimistic about life, situations, and outlooks are never good.

(2) Limit your exposure to negative input. Since you become like the company you keep, look for people who feed and strengthen your faith and not feed your fears. “He that walketh with wise men shall be wise” (Proverbs 13:20).

(3) Volunteer to serve others who are less fortunate. Be a blessing to others.

(4) Look for the good in every situation and always express faith that it’s there!

President Harry Truman said, “A pessimist is one who makes difficulties of his opportunities, and an optimist is one who makes opportunities of his difficulties.”

When you face a difficulty today, see it as an opportunity because “He who is in you is greater than he who is in the world.”

Be an OVERCOMER don't be overcomed by anything evil!