Joyce Meyer Daily Devotional 3rd July 2025 (Thursday) Message
TOPIC: Thoughts Lead to Attitudes
But they continued to sin against him, rebelling in the wilderness against the Most High. – Psalm 78:17 (NIV)
If you read all of Psalm 78, you will see that the Israelites had a bad attitude as they made their journey through the wilderness toward the Promised Land. I am certain that their bad attitudes started with negative thoughts. Thoughts lead to words, and words lead to emotional moods, attitudes, and actions. We know that the Israelites’ bad attitudes caused them to complain and speak negatively to and about their leaders, Moses and Aaron, which ultimately led to total rebellion.
We are wise to remember that our thoughts are the raw materials for our attitudes. If we think loving thoughts toward people, we will have an attitude of love toward them, and we will speak kindly and lovingly toward them. We will also express our love for them through our actions. This example of love and kindness is positive, but the same principle applies to negative thoughts, words, and attitudes.
In any situation, you can have a good attitude or a bad one, and it will begin with your thoughts. Choose positive thoughts today!
Prayer of the Day: Lord, help me choose to think godly thoughts so I will have godly attitudes.
Joyce Meyer is one of the world’s leading practical Bible teachers. She is a New York Times bestselling author, and her books have helped millions of people find hope and restoration through Jesus Christ. Through Joyce Meyer Ministries, she teaches on a number of topics with a particular focus on how the Word of God applies to our everyday lives. Her candid communication style allows her to share openly and practically about her experiences, and helps others understand how to apply biblical principles to their own lives. Christ, amen.