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Negativity

Protect Joy in a Doom-and-Gloom News Cycle

By Filings on Mon, 05/05/25
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“The fruit of the Spirit is the fundamental hallmark of a transformed life with Christ. But when we consume news haphazardly, we often spiral into distinctly joyless, impatient, ungentle, and not peaceful modes of doom and gloom.” - TGC

Climate Anxiety Paralyzes. Gospel Hope Propels.

By Filings on Mon, 04/22/24
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“Pessimistic language is a growing feature of popular culture…. ‘doomslang,’ a category that includes terms like ‘doomscrolling,’ ‘bed rotting,’ and ‘dumpster fire.’ Montell argues the casual adoption of apocalyptically negative language is affecting mental health.” - TGC

How to Manage a Constant Complainer in the Church

By Filings on Wed, 03/13/24
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“Sometimes, a complaint is warranted and can help to identify problems. Additionally, everyone needs to vent from time to time. But many churches have at least one person who complains about everything.” - Church Answers

Cynics in the Hand of a Living God: How to Shake a Cynicism Habit

By Filings on Mon, 03/11/24
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“Sober-mindedness is essential for the Christian. This term means to be free of any illusion—to see things as they truly are. The New Testament contains numerous commands to be sober-minded” - TGC

Do Everything Without Complaining

By Filings on Wed, 08/11/21
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“The fallen tendency to grumble does harm to everyone and everything it touches – families, schools, businesses, churches.” - P&D

How can I fight back against cynicism in my life and ministry?

By Filings on Mon, 07/05/21
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“To be cynical is to be distrustful of human sincerity. I feel like most people are hard to please and easy to offend.” - Rainer

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