Prayer, Purpose and Perspective

What strategies do you use to cope with negative feelings?

Negativity can be a real hindrance to our purpose. But we don’t have to accept it as our reality. Based on my journey and the calling God has placed on my life, I use a three-fold strategy to cope with negativity: Prayer, Purpose, and Perspective.

1. Prayer – Staying Rooted in Truth

When my faith is weak, I fight back with the Word of God. When doubts or discouraging words come, I stand on scriptures like Isaiah 41:10, which reminds me not to fear because God is with me. I also declare Luke 10:19, knowing that I have been given authority over every negative force. I don’t just read these verses, I pray them, speak them, and soak in them until they become my reality.

2. Purpose – Focusing on My Mission

My negative feelings can be a distraction, but I have to remind myself why I do what I do, serving with the homeless and low income families, empowering people, and even when sharing on social media, this helps me to regain my focus because I do not want demons  taking up residency in my thoughts, which I must say, still is a work in progress. This is where choice comes into play. If I allowed every negative thought or feeling to hinder my walk, I would never fulfill my assignment. Instead, I choose to meditate on His word, worship, and allow the Holy Spirit to help me overcome.

3. Perspective – Choosing to See Differently

Instead of seeing negativity as a setback, I reframe it as a setup for growth. What if that negative feeling is an opportunity for me to refine my message? His word in Romans 8:28, assures me that all things are working for my good. So rather than internalizing negativity, I filter it through faith and allow God to use it to make me stronger.

My Final Thought:
I refuse to let negativity define me and declare that I know who I am, and more importantly, I know whose I am. I walk in boldness, speak in confidence, and trust that every step I take is guided by the One who called me. So, the next time when negative feelings try to creep in, I encourage you to pray, focus on your purpose, and shift your perspective. Because God has given us everything we need to rise above it!

Peace☺️