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Importance of a Positive Outlook in Ministry

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Conrad Hilario

2 Corinthians 10:5; Philippians 4:8; 2 Thessalonians 3:3-4; 1 Timothy 1:9-15; Hebrews 10:32-35

Teaching date: 07/06/2017

Summary

While holding and presenting a positive outlook is scientifically shown to cause others to thrive, spewing negativity just further feeds our negative attitude. The difference is between effective, motivational leadership and defeatism, which leads to unbelief. If we remain with our negative outlook, we are at risk of becoming cold towards the very people God calls us to love. Thus, we should seek a positive outlook in ministry without running to the other extreme of being overly positive. Finally, we can cultivate a positive outlook through several key steps outlined in this presentation.

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Importance of a Positive Outlook in Ministry

2 Corinthians 10:5-5, Philippians 4:8-8, 2 Thessalonians 3:3-4

2 Cor 10:5-5,Phil 4:8-8,2 Thess 3:3-4 2Cor 10:5-5, Phil 4:8-8, 2Th 3:3-4

By Conrad Hilario

Teaching Date: 07/06/2017


While holding and presenting a positive outlook is scientifically shown to cause others to thrive, spewing negativity just further feeds our negative attitude. The difference is between effective, motivational leadership and defeatism, which leads to unbelief. If we remain with our negative outlook, we are at risk of becoming cold towards the very people God calls us to love. Thus, we should seek a positive outlook in ministry without running to the other extreme of being overly positive. Finally, we can cultivate a positive outlook through several key steps outlined in this presentation.

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