Spirituality

As noted at the outset, many people consider the Bible to be a sacred book.  They find that when they read it and apply its guidance, the feel uplifted spiritually and come to understand their purpose in life.

The Bible uses the word "spirituality" to refer to an attitude or an approach to life. (Jude 18, 19)  Unlike a fleshly-minded person, who focuses more on self, those with a spiritual outlook value God's standards. - EPHESIANS 5:1.

HOPE

BIBLE PRINCIPLE: "If you become discouraged in times trouble, your strength will be meager." - PROVERBS 24:10. 

WHAT IT MEANS: Discouragement  can sap us of the strength we need to deal with life's problems.  On the other hand,  hope can give us the courage to keep going. It can be comforting to acknowledge that the problems we face  may well be temporary; in fact, something good may come to them.

WHAT YOU CAN DO: Try to have an optimistic view of the future.  Instead of worrying about what might happen or waiting for the perfect set of circumstances, take action in harmony with your goals.  Granted, "unexpected events" can occur. (Ecclesiastes 9:11)  Realistically, though, things may often turn out better than we expect. Thus, using an agricultural metaphor, the Bible says:  "Sow your seeds in the morning and do not let your hand rest until the evening: for you do not know which will have success, whether this one or that one, or whether they will both do well." - ECCLESIASTES 11:6. 

Next time: Spirituality - ANSWERS TO LIFE'S BIG QUESTIONS

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