Joyce lists ways to live a God-like life to find happiness and love in your life:
1. Think positive thoughts- God is positive. “Have a positive outlook and attitude. Maintain positive thoughts and expectations. Engage in positive conversation.”
2. Be God-minded- “Think on the goodness of God and all the marvelous works of His hands.” Watch television shows about nature, animals, ocean life etc. to be reminded of the greatness and awesomeness of God.
3. Be “God-Loves-Me” Minded- Be actively aware that you are loved by your source. Say it out loud, “God loves me.” This should be a comforting thought especially when you are thinking negative thoughts in order to turn them around.
4. Have an exhortative mind- Think positive, uplifting thoughts about other people. “…whatever is in your heart will come out of your mouth. Do some “love thinking” on purpose. Send thoughts of love toward other people. Speak words of encouragement to them. The simple rule is: "If it’s not good, then don’t think it or say it.” We have enough troubles of our own so instead of bringing someone down, uplift them instead. We are all on this journey together. The more lovely thoughts you think, the more positive change you will see in people’s behavior toward you. Woo Hoo!
5. Develop a thankful mind- Try to not complain. Instead be thankful at all times and in all things. You will enter into the victorious life this way.
So this is what it means to be God-like. I kept trying to throw lightning bolts and it never works. I tried standing in a fire and that just hurt. I tried walking through a wall and almost knocked a tooth out.
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