THOUGHT FOR TODAY #153

1. FROM ROBERT HAROLD SCHULLER WHO WAS AN AMERICAN CHRISTIAN TELEVANGELIST, PASTOR, MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, AND AUTHOR.

In his five decades of television, Schuller was principally known for the weekly “Hour of Prayer” television programme, which he began hosting in 1970 until his retirement in 2010.

Born: September 16, 1926, Alton, Iowa, U.S.A.,

Died: April 2, 2015, Artesia, California, U.S.A.

TV SHOWS: Hour of Prayer, Everyday Life.

He wrote many books, but 2 exceptionals are: 1.The Be Happy Attitudes 2.Tough Times Never Last, But Tough People Do. He teaches “eight positive attitudes that can transform your life!

Be-Happy Attitude #1:

“I need help-----I can’t do it alone!” “Blessed are the poor in spirit for theirs is the kingdom of heaven”

Be-Happy Attitude #2:

“I’m really hurting-----but I’m going to bounce back!” “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted

Be-Happy Attitude #3: “I’m going to remain cool, calm, and corrected!” “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth”

Be-Happy Attitude #4:

“I really want to do the right thing!” “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied

“Be-Happy Attitude #5:

“I’m going to treat others the way I want others to treat me” “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall obtain mercy

“Be-Happy Attitude #6:

“I’ve got to let the faith flow free through me.” “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God”

Be-Happy Attitude #7:

“I’m going to be a bridge builder ““Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.”

Be-Happy Attitude #8:

“I can choose to be happy---anyway!” “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”