In this book, he explains this formula, E + R = O. Event + Response = Outcome. And which part of this do we have control over? Hmmmm....the response and then the outcome will change. I have been focusing on my responses lately so I'm eating this up. :) He explains how the same response gets the same outcome, etc. He goes on to mention what we have control over - our thoughts, our visualizations, and our actions.
Hmmm....the book isn't biblical, but I seem to remember God telling us the same thing.
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1
19 My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, James 1:19
8 Finally, brothers and sisters, 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. Philippians 4:8 NIV
God directly speaks to this. It's the garbage-in garbage-out idea. In order to control our thoughts, we need to set our minds on the right things. Then our actions will more easily follow suit. Yes, this is easier said than done, especially when you are very frustrated, but God gives us the tools, they are there for the taking.
Thank you, Father, for your guidance. Please show each of us the specific tools You have for us in order to change our responses and outcomes. Thank you for all You do for us, Amen.
God directly speaks to this. It's the garbage-in garbage-out idea. In order to control our thoughts, we need to set our minds on the right things. Then our actions will more easily follow suit. Yes, this is easier said than done, especially when you are very frustrated, but God gives us the tools, they are there for the taking.
Thank you, Father, for your guidance. Please show each of us the specific tools You have for us in order to change our responses and outcomes. Thank you for all You do for us, Amen.
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