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“Your attitude can either be your greatest asset or your greatest liability!”

Have you ever noticed that two people can face the same circumstances, experience the same difficulties, and yet respond completely differently? One becomes discouraged, bitter, and defeated, while the other remains positive, determined, and hopeful.

What’s the difference? ATTITUDE!

Life is not always going to give us what we want. There will be disappointments, setbacks, misunderstandings, and obstacles along the way. We cannot always control what happens to us, but we can control how we respond to it.

A bad attitude can turn a small problem into a mountain, while a good attitude can turn a mountain into an opportunity!

Your attitude affects more than just you. It influences your family, your friends, your coworkers, and everyone who comes into contact with you. A positive attitude can brighten a room, encourage a discouraged heart, and inspire someone who is ready to give up.

On the other hand, a negative attitude can drain the joy out of a beautiful day and discourage those around us.

Remember, attitude is contagious! The question is, what kind of attitude are we spreading?

The Bible reminds us in Philippians 2:5, “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.”

Jesus demonstrated humility, compassion, patience, and love, even when He was mistreated. What a wonderful example for us to follow!

Sometimes we spend so much time trying to change our circumstances that we forget to change our attitude. Yet, when our attitude changes, our perspective changes, and things that once seemed impossible begin to look manageable.

Don’t allow a temporary problem to give you a permanent negative attitude!

Today, make up your mind that you’re going to face life with gratitude instead of complaining, faith instead of fear, and determination instead of defeat.

You may not be able to choose every situation you encounter, but you can choose the spirit in which you face it.

And remember this: A good attitude won’t remove every obstacle from your pathway, but it will give you the strength and determination to keep moving forward!

My Challenge to You Today

Before you complain about what is wrong, take a moment to appreciate what is right. Before you criticize someone, look for something good in them. And before you allow discouragement to take over, remind yourself of how far God has already brought you.

Your attitude is a choice. Choose wisely, because the attitude you carry today can determine the direction you travel tomorrow!

Keep smiling, keep believing, and keep looking up! The best way to improve your day may be to improve your attitude!

October 11 is a beautiful reminder that none of us are meant to walk this life alone. Friendship is one of God’s sweetest gifts—an invisible thread that ties hearts together, making life’s joys brighter and its burdens lighter.

A true friend is more than just someone who shares the good times; they are the ones who show up when the road is rough, who listen when words are hard to find, and who encourage you when you’re tempted to give up. Real friendship isn’t about perfection—it’s about presence.

Keys for Today:

Invest in your friendships. Strong relationships don’t just happen; they grow through time, honesty, and care. Be the encourager. Your words may be the very spark of hope your friend needs today. Walk together. Life is better shared, whether in laughter or in tears.

Scripture Inspiration:

“Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour. For if they fall, the one will lift up his fellow: but woe to him that is alone when he falleth; for he hath not another to help him up.” – Ecclesiastes 4:9-10

On this October 11, take time to reach out to a friend. Call them, pray for them, or simply remind them how much they mean to you. Friendship is a blessing, but it’s also a responsibility—to love, to support, and to walk together.

And here’s a smile to share with a friend:

Why don’t we ever tell secrets on a farm?

Because the potatoes have eyes and the corn has ears!

Friendship is one of life’s greatest treasures. Cherish it, nurture it, and thank God for the people who walk beside you.

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It is like the TV character Steve Urkel who would tear up anything and everything. Afterwards he would say ” Did I do that?” 

Seemingly he acted like he didn’t know that he had done anything wrong. He was in the dark about everything that his actions had done. He seemed innocent in any destruction he had caused.

People say hurtful things and act as if they had no idea that could be destructive to the relationship. They would act like what did I do, I only said so and so?

There is a little saying that we used to say when we were kids. It went something like sticks and stones may break my bones but words will never hurt me. Well, I’m here to say that words can be very hurtful. I would almost rather have the sticks and stones.

Words are like arrows shot from a bow and arrow once they leave the bow, the arrows can never return. Once you let your words proceed out of your mouth you can never grab them back.

Words are powerful especially to children who are so impressionable. We can’t wait for them to walk and talk and then we tell them to sit down and shut up!

We tell them they are dumb, clumsy and other statements of incompetence. We can program them with negative programming in the first few years of their lives that will take years of reprogramming for them to be productive in life!

Millions of children go to bed hungry tonight for lack of food and nourishment. Millions more will go to bed hungry tonight for lack of encouragement.

Words are powerful and life-changing. Words can build people up to accomplish great things, or tear them down and render them almost useless and helpless.

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Here is some food for your Daily Bread!

Both the hummingbird and the vulture fly over our nation’s deserts. 

All vultures see is rotting meat, because that is what they look for. They thrive on that diet. 

But hummingbirds ignore the smelly flesh of dead animals. Instead, they look for the colorful blossoms of desert plants. 

The vultures live on what was. They live on the past. They fill themselves with what is dead and gone. 

But hummingbirds live on what is. They seek new life. They fill themselves with freshness and life. 

Each bird finds what it is looking for. We all do.  

Steve Goodier, Quote Magazine, in Reader’s Digest, May, 1990.

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How sad to lack just one thing?

Luke 18:22 Now when Jesus heard these things, he said unto him, Yet lackest thou one thing: sell all that thou hast, and distribute unto the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come, follow me.

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If you can’t find five minutes, can you spare one or two?

Words are like arrows shot from a bow and arrow once they leave the bow, the arrows can never return. Once you let your words proceed out of your mouth you can never grab them back. 

Words are powerful especially to children who are so impressionable. We can’t wait for them to walk and talk and then we tell them to sit down and shut up! We tell them they are dumb, clumsy and other statements of incompetence. We can program them with negative programming in the first few years of their lives that will take years of reprogramming for them to be productive in life! 

Millions of children go to bed hungry tonight for lack of food and nourishment. Millions more will go to bed hungry tonight for lack of encouragement. Words are powerful and life-changing. Words can build people up to accomplish great things, or tear them down and render them almost useless and helpless.

Also Check Out Sermons By Brother Dale Cantrell On YouTube And Please Subscribe:

Check Out Books By J D Canter in Amazon And Kindle:

Building Take Skill, Tearing Down None https://www.amazon.com/dp/1521429154/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_AFXGX902NVRS486ZE7VY

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Anger is a natural human emotion. We all feel it at times—it rises when we’re wronged, overlooked, or mistreated. But while anger itself isn’t always the problem, what we do with it determines whether it builds us up or tears us down.

Uncontrolled anger can damage relationships, cloud judgment, and even harm our health. Words spoken in anger can’t be taken back, and actions fueled by rage often leave scars that last far longer than the moment itself.

The Bible offers this wisdom: “Be angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath” (Ephesians 4:26). It’s not anger that destroys—it’s holding on to it and letting it fester.

Think of anger like fire. In a fireplace, fire warms the home. But if it spreads uncontrolled, it can burn the whole house down. In the same way, anger can be channeled into positive change when controlled, but left unchecked, it consumes us and those around us.

Practical ways to control your anger:

Pause before responding. A deep breath can prevent a deep regret. Pray or reflect. Shifting your focus upward helps calm your spirit. Choose your words carefully. Once spoken, they can’t be undone. Seek solutions, not revenge. Problem-solving beats problem-making every time.

🌟 Today’s Challenge: The next time you feel anger rising, pause for a moment. Ask yourself: Will this matter tomorrow? A month from now? If not, let it go.

Self-control is strength. Calmness is mastery. True power isn’t found in letting anger explode—it’s found in choosing peace instead.

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Don’t be a chicken when you can be an eagle!