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Ten Rules For Improving the Attitude within the Church
1. Tell yourself over and over that since you are not perfect, you would not fit into a perfect congregation even if one existed.
2. Instead of picking out the worldly members to point to, pick out the sincere, dedicated, spiritual members and thank God for them. You will find what you seek.
3. If you are old, treat the young with the consideration you desired as a young person. If you are young, treat adults with the respect you will want when you mature.
4. When you are tempted to criticize others, be sure to pray earnestly for them first. This may not change them, but it will do wonders for your attitude.
5. When you see a work neglected, instead of being critical, offer help.
6. Never, never blame others for your own failures. Every individual can be faithful to God in spite of the bad example and discouraging attitudes of others – if he is determined to be.
7. Remind yourself every day that the only way you can improve the work of the church is to begin with yourself.
8. Consciously look for the good qualities in every brother and sister in Christ. When you think of a brother or sister, make a mental note of those good qualities each possesses.
9. Constantly strive to increase your circle of associates in the church. Try to do something good—for each.
10. Every church has problems. Constantly ask yourself, “Am I a part of the problem—or am I a part of the solution?” Am I trying to be merely a critical spectator?”
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via the Lafayette Heights Daily Devotional, edited by John Smith |
