Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy – think about such things.

As a pessimist, I tend to look for false teachers, shifty people, lies, ugly behavior, mean comments, and anything that might be harmful. It is a form of self-protection. I try to always live with my eyes wide open, searching for danger and preparing myself for the worst-case scenario.

While in prison, Paul tells the Christians in the city of Philippi to find the good and see the beauty in life. His final punch is to “think on such things.” Let positive thoughts and actions fill your mind.

My personality says the glass is half empty, but faith pushes us to see it as half full.

A significant part of following Jesus is transforming your beliefs and actions, and another part is transforming your perspective.