Attitude shapes our perspective and influences our responses to life’s challenges and blessings. In the Bible, we find teachings and examples that underscore the importance of cultivating a positive and Christlike attitude.
Join us as we explore verses that speak to the power of attitude, inspiring us to choose joy, gratitude, and faith in every circumstance, knowing that our attitude determines our altitude in Christ.
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Bible Verses About Attitude
Philippians 2:5 – Emulate Christ’s attitude
“In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.”
Colossians 3:12 – Adopt a virtuous attitude
“Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.”
Romans 12:2 – Renew your mind
“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”
Proverbs 17:22 – A cheerful attitude is beneficial
“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.”
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 – Maintain a thankful attitude
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.”
Philippians 4:8 – Focus on positive thoughts
“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.”
James 1:2-4 – Consider trials joyfully
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”
Matthew 5:14-16 – Shine with a positive attitude
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”
Romans 15:13 – Be filled with hope
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
Romans 12:10 – Show brotherly love and honor
“Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves.”
Ephesians 4:23 – Renew your spirit
“To be made new in the attitude of your minds;”
Titus 3:1-2 – Show humility to everyone
“Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone.”
1 Peter 3:8 – Live in harmony with others
“Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble.”
Psalm 19:14 – Align your thoughts and words with God
“May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.”
Galatians 6:9 – Do not grow weary in doing good
“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
Romans 12:3 – Be humble and not self-exalting
“For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you.”
Matthew 6:33 – Seek God’s kingdom first
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”
1 Peter 5:6 – Humble yourself under God’s mighty hand
“Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time.”
Romans 12:16 – Live at peace with everyone
“Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited.”
Philippians 2:14 – Avoid complaining and arguing
“Do everything without grumbling or arguing,”
John 15:12 – Love each other as Christ loved us
“My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.”
James 4:10 – Humble yourself before the Lord
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up.”
Proverbs 16:24 – Pleasant words promote instruction
“Gracious words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones.”
1 Corinthians 13:4-5 – Love has a positive attitude
“Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs.”
Luke 6:31 – Treat others as you want to be treated
“Do to others as you would have them do to you.”
Proverbs 15:1 – Respond gently to avoid escalation
“A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.”
Galatians 5:22-23 – The attitude of the Spirit
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”
Ecclesiastes 10:4 – Stay calm in adversity
“If a ruler’s anger rises against you, do not leave your post; calmness can lay great offenses to rest.”
Hebrews 13:5 – Be content with what you have
“Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, “Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.””
Matthew 5:22 – The warning against bad attitude
“But I tell you that anyone who is angry with a brother or sister will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to a brother or sister, ‘Raca,’ is answerable to the court. And anyone who says, ‘You fool!’ will be in danger of the fire of hell.”
Proverbs 25:28 – Controlling attitude is strength
“Like a city whose walls are broken through is a person who lacks self-control.”
2 Corinthians 10:5 – Bringing thoughts into alignment
“We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.”
Proverbs 3:5-6 – Trust God in all circumstances
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.”
Psalm 51:10 – Seeking a pure heart and right spirit
“Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.”
James 1:19 – Be quick to listen and slow to anger
“My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,”
1 Corinthians 2:16 – Mindset of Christ
“for, ‘Who has known the mind of the Lord so as to instruct him?’ But we have the mind of Christ.”
Proverbs 4:23 – Guard your heart diligently
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”
Romans 8:6 – Spiritual mindset brings life and peace
“The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace.”
Philippians 4:6 – Present your requests to God with thanksgiving
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.”
Matthew 5:16 – Let your good attitude shine
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.”