Attitudes That Are Needed “For this reason we also, since the day we heard it, do not cease to pray for you, and to ask that you may be filled with the knowledge of His will in all wisdom and spiritual understanding; that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God” (Colossians 1:9-10) Congregation The Local Richie Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com
Attitudes That Are Needed Introduction Easier to do what is right – when we know what is right Attitude is everything Proper attitudes are needed in order to enjoy our proper relationship with God and to the local congregation Romans 12:3 “Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it spring the issues of life.” (Proverbs 4:23) Attitudes That Are Needed Richie Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com
Attitudes That Are Needed Attitudes Toward God Love The first and greatest of all commandments Matthew 22:34-38 Faith; Trust Hebrews 11:1, 6 Thankfulness Ephesians 5:20; Colossians 3:17 Attitudes That Are Needed Richie Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com
Attitudes Toward Ourselves Humility Romans 12:16 John 13:12-16 Matthew 25:21 Teachability Proverbs 15:31-33 Honesty James 5:16 Attitudes That Are Needed Richie Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com
Attitudes Toward Our Brethren Love 1 Peter 2:17 John 13:34-35 Cooperation – working together 1 Corinthians 12:21-22 Appreciation for others and their work 1 Corinthians 1:4; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 Philippians 1:3; 2:1-4 Attitudes That Are Needed Richie Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com
Attitudes Toward Our Brethren Peaceableness Romans 14:19 Ephesians 4:3 Warmth, Friendliness, Openness Acts 2:44-47 Attitudes That Are Needed Richie Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com
Attitudes Toward Our Brethren Gentleness and Meekness 2 Timothy 2:24-26 Forgiveness, Forbearance, Patience Ephesians 4:2; 32 Attitudes That Are Needed “Be kind to one another” Richie Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com
Attitudes That Are Needed Congregation The Local Ideal attitudes make for ideal working conditions among members of a local congregation Strive to emulate the mind of Christ Philippians 2:1-5 Richie Thetford www.thetfordcountry.com