Find the Good in Everything

Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.  (Ephesians 4:29 ESV)

There is great strength in speaking positive, faith-filled words over your day.  Rather than talking about all the things you’re dreading, speak God’s promises over the day to come, and incredible things can happen.

Instead of saying, “Ugh, it looks like rain today.  How depressing,” say something like, “Rain or shine, I’m going to have a great day!”

Instead of saying, “I have so much work to do this week.  I can’t wait until it’s over,” say something like, “It looks like a challenging week ahead, but I can’t wait to see how God is going to use me!”

Do you see the difference?  When you change the conversation, you stop dread dead in its tracks.  Speak confident, optimistic words each day and watch what God will do!

Have the faith to speak about God’s promises; that opens the door for Him to work in your life.

(From Quiet Times With God Devotional by Joyce Meyer.)