The Power of Your Choices

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The Power of Your Choices

April 7, 2024 • Jeff Marcoe • Luke 19:1–10

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Your basic attitude, either positive or negative, works its way into your life in everything

from your thoughts to your words, actions, and habits. Your attitude sets the course for

your future in many ways. The power to change your attitude is up to you. You have the

power to make choices. You have the ability to make changes in your life, even in the

way you think and feel. You have freedom of the will.

Choose Perseverance

May 26, 2024 • Aaron Heatherly • Hebrews 12:1

Choose Joy - Senior Sunday

May 19, 2024 • Johnnel Scotland • Philippians 4:4, Romans 14:17, Hebrews 12:2

Positive people choose an attitude of joy, They're eager to make the most of each day - whether it turns out as they plan or not, the opposite of joy is drudgery, seeing life as an endless series of meaningless tasks, The decision to choose joy is critical because joy is rejuvenating. It renews your spirit, refreshes you, and enables you to keep going. Joy is not happiness (despite there being similarities). Happiness is dependent upon our circumstances. Happiness is a feeling you get when things are going your way, Joy depends on your attitude and you can choose joy.

Choose Compassion - Be Kind to Everyone You Meet

May 12, 2024 • Jeff Marcoe • Luke 7:11–15

Compassion means treating others with kindness, gentleness, and respect even when they don't deserve it. It's the practice of being patient, tolerant, and helpful to others, especially those in need. The opposite is reprisal, exacting a price for every interaction, counting the cost, and making sure others give you as much or more than they receive from you.