STINKIN' THINKIN'
by Robin

We heard this wonderful sermon this morning at our church on Stinkin' Thinkin'. It is based out of the book of Philippians, Chapter 4, written by Paul. Have you ever met a person with the attitude of I stink, you stink and life stinks? Well, they are wrong. You don't stink because you are wonderfully and fearfully made (Psa 139:14) . Others don't stink because we are made in the image of God (Gen 1:27) Life does not stink because we can do all things through Christ who strengthens us (Phil 4:13).

However, what we need to do is learn to be content in whatever state we are in (Phil 4:11-12). No, not Florida versus Wyoming, although it is better in Florida hands down. The state like 'State of the Union.' I never get tired of hearing Paul's testimony that he sang in jail or that he was fearless in the face of death in 2 Timothy.

I think that this teaching is very applicable as we begin the holiday season and we become overwhelmed by stresses. Instead of having stinkin' thinking, try to be content with your situation, be still while taking time for God and give thanks to God Almighty for all your blessings. Here are some adaptations from a letter that was published in the local County Baptist Newsletter. I couldn't remember all of them but you'll get the idea.....

*I'm thankful for crowded grocery stores because it means I have plenty of food to choose from whenever I get hungry.

*I'm thankful for rising gas prices because that means I have a car to drive.

*I'm thankful for that early alarm clock bell because that means I made it through the night.

*I'm thankful for things breaking down in our house because it means I have a home to live in.

*I'm thankful for those health problems because it means I'm still alive.

*I'm thankful for dirty dishes because it means I had food to eat today.

*I'm thankful for lots of laundry because it means I have clothes to wear.

*I'm thankful for taxes because it means I have a job.

*I'm thankful for fingerprints on the walls and toys over the entire floor because it means I have children in my home.

*I'm thankful for the ACLU fighting to stop prayer in school & witnessing in the workplace because it means God is still working on hearts.

*I'm thankful for athiests because they give wonderful testimonies once they make Jesus Lord of their lives.

What are you thankful for? Are you having one of those stinkin' moments? Don't.