CULTIVATING THE ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE (2)
Bible Texts: Hab.3:17-19, Matt.11:6, Ps.98:1, Ps.96:12, Ps.100:1-2, Is.61:3, Ps.119:89, Num.23:19, Philp.4:4, Philp.2:13, 1Thess.5:16-18, 2Chro.20:22, Matt.7:7, Jn.10:10
Yesterday, we started off by looking at the attitude the good and godly husbandman must cultivate through the power of prayer and fasting. And from Scriptures we discover it is the spirit of thanksgiving which is the attitude of gratitude (Hab.3:17-19). I pray in the name of Jesus Christ that the power of murmuring and ingratitude will be destroyed in our lives and you and I will receive the spirit of gratitude, giving glory to Jesus Christ. Amen.
But how do I cultivate the attitude of gratitude and be joyful in all?
You must ask the Lord Jesus Christ to fill you with the garment of praise.
To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning and the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness, that they may be called the tree of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that they might be glorified (Is.61:3)
Anytime, it appears you are sad and burdened in your spirit, know that the spirit of heaviness is creeping in to make you murmur and complain and steal your joy (Num.11:1). Immediately ask the Lord to fill you with the garment of praise. Switch to a song and sing it. You may sing it silently in your heart or sing out loudly.
You must also judge God faithful and trust that His word is true and His promises are unfailing.
Forever, O Lord, thy word is settled in heaven (Ps.119:89)
God’s word is true. God cannot lie to you. Whatever you read from His word that is what He will do. All you need to do is to believe what He says and let it dominate your spirit man until it becomes a reality in your life. Don’t give up on God and His word (Matt.11:6). He never lies (Num.23:19).
You must also surround yourself with soul lifting Christian songs of praise and worship.
O sing unto the Lord a new song, for he hath done marvelous things, his right hand and his holy arm hath gotten him the victory (Ps.98:1)
Praise and worship songs have the power to lift your soul and help you see through the faithfulness of God and His word. It cures discouragement, hopelessness and fear (Ezk.2:2). The more you allow the songs to reach your soul, the more hopeful you are for a glorious tomorrow in God.
Rejoice! Again, I say be joyful!
SPIRITUAL EXERCISE: 70 DAYS OF FASTING WITH PRAYERS
PRAYER FOR CAREER GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Neh.6:9, Deut.24:19, Ezk.5:8, 2Sam.22:35, Job 30:2, Ps.144:1, Ecc.2:11, Is.3:11, Is.5:12, Is.65:22, 1Cor.4:12, Ps.128:2, Ps.78:72, Ps.18:34, Ps.92:4
Day 53
- Father, in the Name of Jesus, prosper my career and give me supernatural speed
- Father, in the Name of Jesus, displace speedily anyone who opposes my career advancement
- Father, in the Name of Jesus, give me uncommon progress and achievements in every area of my career plan
FAITH CONFESSION
My God is faithful and His word is true, therefore, I rejoice always and joy in the God of my salvation, regardless of the challenges because that is that attitude that makes me an overcomer as the good and godly husbandman in Jesus name. Amen.
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Bro. Ebenezer O. Igure
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