1. 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) The Local Congregation

2. 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 Attitudes That Are Needed “Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it spring the issues of life.” (Prov 4:23)

3. 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

4. Attitudes Toward Ourselves Humility –R–Romans 12:16 Includes the willingness to serve (John 13:12-16) Parable of the talents (Matthew 25:21) Teachability –P–Proverbs 15:31-33 An eagerness to learn and grow (2 Peter 3:18) Ability to learn from correction Honesty –J–James 5:16 Attitudes That Are Needed

5. Attitudes Toward Our Brethren Love –1–1 Peter 2:17; John 13:34-35 Cooperation – working together –1–1 Corinthians 12:21-22 Appreciation for others and the work that they do –1–1 Corinthians 1:4; 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 True appreciation will eliminate destructive criticism, gossip, factiousness, etc. Philippians 1:3; 2:1-4 Attitudes That Are Needed

6. Attitudes Toward Our Brethren Peaceableness –Romans 14:19; Ephesians 4:3; Matthew 5:9 Warmth, Friendliness, Openness –Acts 2:44-47 Gentleness and Meekness –2 Timothy 2:24-26 Forgiveness, Forbearance, Patience –Ephesians 4:2; 32 Attitudes That Are Needed “Be kind to one another”

7. Attitudes That Are Needed Ideal attitudes make for ideal working conditions among members of a local congregation The Local Congregation Strive to emulate the mind of Christ Philippians 2:1-5