"For as he thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as he thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” 25 March 2010 SB faith House

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Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 1. My attitude as I begin a task will affect its outcome more than anything else. Proverbs 23: 7 NKJV As a man thinks in his heart, so he is. “ The battle is won before the battle has begun. It all has to do with the frame of mind with which we enter the battle. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes My attitude as I begin a task will affect its outcome more than anything else. Joshua and Caleb 1. Saw the fruit in the land 2. Saw themselves in God's hands 3. Were optimistic about the future 4. Encouraged stepping out in faith  The Other Ten Spies 1. Saw the problems in the land 2. Saw themselves as small and weak 3. Were pessimistic about the future 4. Prevented the people from progress 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 2. My attitude toward others determines their attitude toward me.   Luke 6:38 (NIV) ”Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 2. My attitude toward others determines their attitude toward me.   Four Important Leadership Steps with People: 1. Remember their name 2. Recognize their potential 3. Request their help 4. Reward their efforts 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 3. My attitude is the major difference between success and failure.   Proverbs 4:23 (NLT)  ”Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.“ 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 3. My attitude is the major difference between success and failure.   The Book of Proverbs lists some abominations to the Lord. Consider them for a moment: Pride 2. Coveting 3. Lust 4. Envy 5. Anger 6. Gluttony 7. Slothfulness All are matters of the attitude. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 3. My attitude is the major difference between success and failure.   2 Peter 1:5-7 (New International Version - UK) 5 For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7 and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 4. My attitude can turn my problems into blessings.  Philippians 2:5-9 (NIV)  5Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus:  6Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, 7but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. 8And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death—  even death on a cross!  9Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 4. My attitude can turn my problems into blessings. Three Phases of a Problem: 1. Awareness 2. Evaluation 3. Choice Romans 8:28 (NKJV) And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 5. My attitude can give me an uncommon Perspective on life. Mark 9:23 (NIV)  " 'If you can'?" said Jesus. "Everything is possible for him who believes." 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 5. My attitude can give me an uncommon Perspective on life. The primary difference between a follower and a leader is perspective. The primary difference between a leader and an effective leader is better perspective. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 6. My attitude is my best friend or my worst enemy Luke 6:45 (NIV) 45The good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For out of the overflow of his heart his mouth speaks. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 6. My attitude is my best friend or my worst enemy Practicing psychologists list five rules for evaluating people considered for job promotion:   (1) ambition (2) attitudes toward policy (3) attitudes toward colleagues (4) leadership skills (5) attitudes to pressure on the job 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 7. My attitude, not my achievements, will give me happiness. Ecclesiastes 2:11 , 3:12-13 (NIV) 11 Yet when I surveyed all that my hands had done and what I had toiled to achieve, everything was meaningless, a chasing after the wind; nothing was gained under the sun. 12 I know that there is nothing better for men than to be happy and do good while they live. 13 That everyone may eat and drink, and find satisfaction in all his toil— this is the gift of God. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 7. My attitude, not my achievements, will give me happiness. The thoughts in your mind are more important than the things in your life. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 8. My attitude will change when I choose to change it. Deuteronomy 30:19 (NIV)  19 This day I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 8. My attitude will change when I choose to change it. As we mature, our life is governed more by our choices than by our conditions or circumstances that come along the way. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 8. My attitude will change when I choose to change it. Here is how to tailor-make your attitude:   1. Believe it is not what happens to you but what happens in you that matters most. 2. Stop blaming something or someone else for your attitude. 3. Evaluate your present attitudes. 4. Recognize that faith is stronger than fear. S. Request God to fill you with His Holy Spirit. 6. Uncover and write out a statement of purpose. 7. Enlist the help of an accountability partner. 8. Spend time with the right people. 9. Select a model to follow. 10. Consume the truth. Soak yourself in the Scriptures! 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 8. My attitude will change when I choose to change it. Here is how to tailor-make your attitude:   1. Believe it is not what happens to you but what happens in you that matters most. 2. Stop blaming something or someone else for your attitude. 3. Evaluate your present attitudes. 4. Recognize that faith is stronger than fear. S. Request God to fill you with His Holy Spirit. 6. Uncover and write out a statement of purpose. 7. Enlist the help of an accountability partner. 8. Spend time with the right people. 9. Select a model to follow. 10. Consume the truth. Soak yourself in the Scriptures! 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 9. My attitude needs continual adjustment Philippians 4:8 (NIV) Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 9. My attitude needs continual adjustment Indicators for Attitude Adjustments 1. I have not had enough time with God or myself. 2. My family notices and tells me about my attitude. 3. My relationship with co-workers becomes strained. 4. My view of people begins to lower. S. My perspective on life becomes cynical. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 10. My attitude is contagious.   People catch our attitudes like they catch a cold from us-by getting close to us! 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes 1. My attitude as I begin a task will affect its outcome more than anything else. 2. My attitude toward others determines their attitude toward me. 3. My attitude is the major difference between success and failure. 4. My attitude can turn my problems into blessings. 5. My attitude can give me an uncommon Perspective on life. 6. My attitude is my best friend or my worst enemy 7. My attitude, not my achievements, will give me happiness. 8. My attitude will change when I CHOOSE to change it. 9. My attitude needs continual adjustment” 10. My attitude is contagious. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

Biblical Principles about Attitudes “Leadership Begins With an Attitude" (Leaders Think and Perceive the World Differently Than Followers Do) "For as a man thinks in his heart, so is he… Proverbs 23:7 (NKJV)” Biblical Principles about Attitudes Develop a strategy or changing these attitudes: 1. Model the right attitude for the people. 2. Identify and connect them with leaders. 3. Disciple leaders in this subject of attitude. 4. Preach these truths. 5. Hold the people accountable for their attitudes. 25 March 2010 SB faith House

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