1. We can only overcome evil with good.
We have to be strong in the Lord in order to take a stand against evil. When people do us wrong, we can’t get back at them to get even. Anyone can do that, but it takes true inner strength to still be able to show love to someone who secretly (or publicly) has it out for you.
“Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men. It it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head. Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.”
– Romans 12:17-21
If we want to live positive, healthy, successful lives then we have to be intentional to overcome evil with good.
Reject a bad thought for a positive one. Focus on any good aspect of a negative situation. Don’t let your mind lead you down focusing on the bad. Keep your mind, your heart, and your actions on doing good. It’s not always easy but we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us.
2. Be strong!
No matter what goes on in our lives we must always tell ourselves that we are strong in Christ so we can handle it. No matter what our children go though we have to be able to stay strong for them; we must always encourage them. Regardless of how we feel we have to know that we have what it takes to get the job done.
“Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.”
– Ephesians 6:10
3. Keep your eyes off people.
People are distracting. Don’t place so much faith and trust in people. People change. They change their mind, they change their feelings, they change their beliefs, attitudes, etc. Don’t focus so much on people, don’t expect too much from people.
Don’t rely on large crowds around you, don’t rely on compliments or approval, don’t get addicted to praise. Instead, love people and maintain healthy relationships, all while keeping your ultimate focus and affection on Christ. Without keeping your eyes solely on Christ, you may become more dependent on people than on God.
“It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man.”
– Psalm 118:8
4. Always have priorities.
You must always keep in mind the proper order of things. Know what comes first. Remind yourself of what’s most important to you. For example, home and family come before work. God comes before money. Without proper priorities we will make ineffective decisions, leaving us with tons of regrets.
Always know your priorities and focus on what’s most important.
5. Be sincere.
Don’t talk about people behind their back. Don’t snoop and pry to find out private information about people. Don’t assume, don’t criticize, don’t be fake. Don’t think one thing and say another. Don’t befriend someone only to secretly plot against them. These issues are far more common than we’d like to admit. Be wise with your dealings with others. And be sincere.
With Love,
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