Thankful Thursday: Attitude Adjustment

Maybe you haven’t recognized it from my blogging–or maybe you have–but I’ve needed an attitude adjustment for a good long while.

I’ve been busy at work and stressed and… I’ve been making excuses for having a downright rotten attitude.

I’ve dwelt on the worst in every situation, only bothering to be thankful when I sit down for my Thursday posts. I’ve whined and complained about my circumstances–and only given thanks despite my circumstances, rarely in my circumstances.

Then, by the grace of God, I received a review copy of Sarah Francis Martin’s Stress Point: Thriving Through Your 20s in a Decade of Drama. I started in on “Stress Point 1: Career”. And I read:

“By worshiping Him in our job situations, whether or not the circumstances are ideal, we run smack dab into happiness, blessings, and fulfillment. Dissatisfaction in our jobs is enveloped and overriden by insatiable satisfaction in El Elyon–our one and only Wish.”
~from page 18 of Stress Point

The author gives some tips for maintaining balance with regard to your career. None of them were particular earth-shattering, but the overall reminder was wonderful.

I needed an attitude adjustment-at work and in life.

This week, I’m thankful…

…for God speaking to me through this book

…for restful times of prayer during my commute

…for the ability to pray throughout the day

…that I can choose how I respond to circumstances

…for the truth of the Word of God which says:

“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything through prayer and supplication let your requests be made known to God–and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your heart and mind in Christ Jesus.”
~Philippians 4:6-7

It’s amazing how the simple acts of surrendering in prayer and worshiping in work produce peace amidst chaos.

Have I had a less crazy week? Not necessarily. But I have certainly had a less stressful week. Because when my attitude is in line with Christ, my burden is light.