Making choices for positive change ultimately includes a
change of attitude. A negative attitude might include thinking of oneself as
inferior, bad, and undeserving of what God provides. Jamie, an intelligent
professional woman, could not escape the negative thought patterns that robbed
her of the peace and joy God makes available to every believer.
A
negative attitude can be pervasive and contagious. Changing a negative
self-perception necessitates a careful examination of guilt and its causes.
Real guilt occurs when personal and religious values are violated and
disregarded. False guilt occurs when a person feels unable to please others, or
takes responsibility for those who are unwilling or unable to make necessary
changes for a better life.
Romans 8:1 declares, "There is now no condemnation to
those who are in Christ Jesus." 1 John 1:9 supports this truth by stating,
"If we confess our sins, God faithfully forgives and cleanses us from all
unrighteousness." The choice is to accept Christ Jesus and all he
provides.
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