Insight for Living Canada - LifeTrac Podcast

Philippians 4:10-12 You can’t always control your circumstances, but you can control your reaction to them. If you continually focus on the negative, find something positive and dwell on that. Make a positive perspective your life’s message.

Philippians 2:5-7 Inventor Thomas Edison refused to be bitter, even when fire destroyed his life’s work. His response to disaster boils down to one word— attitude. Having the right attitude makes all the difference in the world.

Hebrews 10:21-23 Life is all about growing and learning. And it’s in the day-to-day living that we learn how to forgive, how to handle disappointment, and admit failure. It’s in the day-to-day struggles that we mature.

Jeremiah 1:5 There are billions of people on this earth, but there’s only one you. You’re the only one with your skills, your appearance, your touch, your voice, your style— you’re the only one.

Proverbs 18:16 Do you have vision for your kids? It requires knowing them and influencing them in the way they should go. It takes time, patience, and understanding but the rewards of raising a secure and confident child are rich.

1 Peter 3:9 Never underestimate the power of friendship. Friendships give us comfort. They strengthen, nourish, and encourage us. They take the grind out of life.

1 John 3:18-20 If you’d like freedom from stress and anxiety, learn how to rest. Take time to slow down. You can find peace in spite of panic.

Luke 12:25-26 Maturity is a choice. And it’s also a lifelong pursuit that brings you closer to being the person God meant you to be.

Psalms 144:12 Nurturing a marriage takes time. And it takes work. When you're committed to your marriage you leave a legacy of faithfulness, honour, and integrity.

Ecclesiastes 8:7 None of us know the future. It’s beyond our control. But what we can control is how we will be remembered. What will your legacy be?

Psalms 118:24 Joy is a choice but it’s also essential to your well-being. Joy doesn’t depend upon circumstances, money, good looks, or a great job. It comes from deep within.

Philippians 2:14 Far from being harmless, grumbling poisons not only our minds but influences those around us. And being a joy-stealer is something that none of us have a right to be.

Psalms 71:18 Having an enthusiastic and joyful attitude is a great way to live and stay young. So whether you’re 25 or 95 quit thinking about your age and start living life with enthusiasm.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 A new possession may give us fleeting pleasure but not lasting joy. Joy is a choice. It’s a decision we make to be happy regardless of external circumstances.

Romans 5:3-5 Walt Disney dreamed in risks. He thought about the impossible. What about you? Are you willing to take a risk and live the abundant life?