Attitudes/Answers with Olen Baker

Success can be a "Major Award.  F-R-A-G-I-L-E.  Here's the truth.  Whatever I achieve ia gift from God.  Stay humble.

Quick answer.  No!  God tests our faith.  He has the answers to all those issues, big and small.

Matthen 6:25 says not to worry about your life for God will provice for your needs.  If you tend to worry about every little thing, consider having a conversation with God.  He can help.

Think about this, you worry about a situation, your feelings react as it if actually happend.  Get on the right page by starting with a conversation with God.  He can help.

Go ahead, ask yourself.  What is the worst possible thing that could happen?  And, what could you do to cope with those issues.  Worry doesn't solve problems, it compounds them.

Let's connect the dots.  Imagination can play an essential role in constructing negative images of our concerns.  And that snowballs into doubt and depression.  Try this.  Imagine Jesus giving you what you need to face any situation.  

Worry is much bigger than you are.  Taking a moment to talk with God can mean the difference of being stuck, or moving forward.  Let's get you unstuck, today.

Worry can and will dull your faith in God.  You don't have to live there.  You can change that, today.  It's time to move on.

Simply, look to God for insight and wisdom to make things right.  Get unstuck and get on with your life.

Negative thoughts can destroy a person.  One word, adjustment.  Discover how to flow with other peoples patterns of life.  Not always that easy, but much easier when you talk to God about it.

Did you know that self-blame is often followed by blaming others.  This isn't the way God designed us to live.  It's time to face the reality of your situation.  Start with a conversation with God.

What is most important at THIS MOMENT?  Not yesterday, or tomorrow.  This moment is where you start to manage frustration and turn the corner.  Tomorrow becomes a much better day.

High levels of frustration can produce self-defeating thoughts and behaviors.  You need to find the strength to power through.  Trust in God to help you find the way.  

Managing stress isn't easy.  Acknowledging what you feel and think is best managed through confession.  Jesus has everything you need to help that happen.

Failure is very predictable in every human.  We are imperfect.  How we rebound from failure is based on truth and faith in God.  He will cleanse your heart and soul, every time.

Suspicion that is unresolved can damage a relationship in many ways.  Allow God to direct your benavior and help you discover truth.  He is the only one who can do that in your life.

Anger CAN be helpful when it is expressed in the right way.  The right way gives helpful resolutions.  Without out that, your anger is wasted energy that endangers the relationship.

Life comes with surprises.  Remaining self-composed  can be tough.  Look beyond the moment and turn to God for direction.  He always knows the best way.

It's not easy, but essential to maintain calm.  Jesus has the power to help us resist anger and anxiety.  Just ask Him.

Being calm helps us keep anger and fear at bay.  The holy spirit helps is get there.

Controlling emotions reveals love and respect for each other.  Not always easy, right?  Here is a way you can get there.

Complaining can become habitual, even if you don't want it to.  Not resolving the issue can destroy a relationship.  Let's see if we can help get you out of the rut, today.

So, what caused the conflict?  If you don't understand that basic emotion, you will never discover an answer.  Let's get you started on the right path, right now.

Choose your battles carefully.  Ever hear that?  Let's find out how to make things right.

You're not ready, but they are.  So, how can you help them when they're not at home and they are ready for the next big adventure/  Let's find out.