Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker

Anger, bitterness and resentment blocks your view of what God has planned for your life.  It's blinding and that lack of connectivity can put your time on earth in a bad place.  Ask God to help you see a little better.  No glasses needed.

God has a plan for your life.  You, on the other hand, might have different plans.  God does allow us to sidestep every now and then, but he always waits for us to get back to what He has planned.  Stay on the path.

You can avoid those telemarketers by blocking their number.  You might try blocking God, but he will be patient, waiting for you to become more trusting and confident.  

Anger expressed is like a pressure valve releasing that pressure.  Expression is essential.  Turning to God in the process is also essential to keep from going down the wrong path.

Do you have a right to be angry?  Yeah, you do.  But anger acted out without God by your side is a disaster waiting to happen.  It's a little more than counting to 10.  Instead, take 10 seconds to check in with Him.

God has a different way of looking at life, than the way, we do.  Anger blocks that path to see how a problem can be solved.  Rely on God's eyes to help you see a little better.

Disappointment is connected to anger.  And why not?  You get angry when things don't go your way.  But anger can turn a bad situation into a disaster.  

Ok, God, I'm here.  What can I do for you.  Ever had a problem understanding why you're here?  You're not alone.

It's simple.  God does not act according to our aassessment of a situation, but he does what is best for everyone.  You might disagree.  But dig a little deeper and discover why He has the best option.  

The good news is that God has paved the way and prepared our lives for taking the best path.  When we get stuck, He is right beside us to move to a better place.  Lean on God when it's time to make that little, or BIG decision.  

God saved Jonah's life and Jonah expressed his thanks with a promise to God.  Yes, you should always honor a promise.  It defines who you are.

Darkness is a place where people turn away from God.  Where God exists, there is light and clarity.  Today, ask God to help you see with clarity so you can serve him more completely.

Short answer:  Yes.  Have you tuned into his channel to discover what He has written in your life?  Do that, right now.

Jonah refused to believe that God's love was available to everyone.  Is that where you are in life?  All of God's people are worthy, including you.

In a changing world, God provides clarity of what it means to be accountable.  You are always in His care.  Open your eyes and your heart to understand God's purpose in your life.

Spiratual clarity is closely related to faith and trust in Jesus.  Letting go to resistance is the key to being accountable.

It's never easy, but sometimes we all need a reality check to discover if cautious optimism is distorting our life.  Being upbeat is good, but looking at life from God's perspective is always necessary.

Where were you on 9/11?  The day went from a beautiful, tranquil morning to chaos in a matter of minutes.  God was there on that day to help us deal with the tragedy.  Here is there everyday for us.

Your words and actions are your brand.  Find wisdom and direction from God and put those actions at the top of your list, every day.  

When 911 hit, our world turned upside down and inside out.  The following week, church attendance surged.  God is at the center of everything that can heal us on a bad day, or a day like 911.  

Find a quiet place, epmty your thoughts, and find clarity to be ready to spend time with God.  And, be a good listener.  You will hear His voice, loud and clear.

God gives us the ability to adapt to what might seem impossible.  When the sun comes up, lean on God to start your day.

God does not intend for us to languish in doubt, but to trust his power, protection and provision.  He also gives us the option to allow those things that are out of our control to find a path to resolution.  

We don't know what tomorrow will bring, but with God, we are always prepared for what's next.  He knows what our tomorrow is and you must trust Him to help you navigate what's next.  He's there, every day and always.

Let's face it.  Change makes us anxious.  We don't like change.  We love status quo. But that's not how life works.  God gives us the power to make changes, IF we believe and come to him with faith and trust.