Date: Monday, 2nd November, 2026
Text: Judges 8:1–3; Judges 12:1–6
Author: Pastor Adedeji Fadehan
Exhortation:
Attitude is a major determinant of the quality of our relationships with God and fellow human beings. When Gideon was confronted aggressively by the men of Ephraim, his gentle response calmed their anger and prevented further conflict. However, when Jephthah faced a similar confrontation, his response escalated the disagreement into bloodshed. Judges 8:1–3; Judges 12:1–6
The difference was their attitude! A soft answer can turn away wrath, while an aggressive response can ignite unnecessary conflict (Proverbs 15:1). Marriages, friendships, businesses, and even churches can either thrive or deteriorate because of the attitudes of those involved. Sometimes, it is not the issue itself that destroys a relationship, but how we respond to it.
Your academic qualifications, professional certificates, and technical skills may secure a job, but your attitude can determine whether you retain that job, earn promotion, or build lasting professional relationships. Nobody enjoys working with someone who is arrogant, hostile, disrespectful, or unwilling to learn.
Beloved, never underestimate the power of your attitude. Learn to respond rather than react, listen rather than argue, and correct others without unnecessary hostility. Your attitude can either become a ladder to your next level or an obstacle to your progress. How do you respond when you are provoked?
Prayer Nugget: Father, help me to cultivate a godly attitude towards You and everyone around me. Deliver me from pride, anger, arrogance, and unnecessary confrontations. Let my attitude attract favour, peace, and meaningful relationships, in Jesus’ mighty name.
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