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Possibility thinking
The document discusses the concepts of possibility thinking and reflective thinking. It provides biblical examples of individuals who demonstrated these types of thinking, both positively and negatively. Specifically, it compares the ten spies who had a negative view of the promised land to the two spies, Joshua and Caleb, who maintained a positive, possibility-focused perspective. It also examines how Elijah demonstrated possibility thinking when vastly outnumbered. The document also looks at how Peter grew through reflective thinking after denying Jesus, and how King Saul failed to learn from past mistakes due to a lack of reflection. Overall, it promotes developing habits of possibility thinking and reflective thinking based on biblical principles.
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- 1. Possibility Thinking and Reflective Thinking
- 2. • “Then Calebquieted the people before Moses and said, ‘Let us go up at once and take possession, for we are well able to overcome it.’” Numbers 13:30
- 3. Twelve men wentto spy out Canaan Ten were bad ,two were good What do you think they saw in Canaan Ten were bad ,two were good Some saw the giants, tough and tall Some saw the grapes in clusters form Two saw that God was all in all Ten were bad, two were good!!
- 4. • Possibility thinkingopens up other possibilities for you. • Possibility thinking attracts other possibility thinking to you. • Possibility thinking creates new opportunities for you. • Possibility thinking keeps you from giving up. • Possibility thinking creates possibilities for others. • Possibility thinking allows you to dream big dreams. • Possibility thinking makes it possible to rise above average.
- 5. • Stop focusingon all the things that can go wrong. • Quit thinking about all the reasons something can’t be done. • Stay away from negative thinkers. • Avoid expertise. • Look for possibilities in every situation. • Find inspiration from great achievers.
- 6. Biblical Case Study:Ten spies vs. Two Spies • As Israel approached the Jordan River, Moses sent out twelve spies to investigate the Land of Promise. All twelve spies took the journey and explored the land. They had similar experiences, but their reports were varied. Numbers 13:1-14:10
- 7. Similarities of theSpies • All twelve were leaders in their tribes. • All twelve were aware of God’s promises. • All twelve were given the same assignment.
- 8. Differences of thespies • Ten brought a negative ;Joshua and Caleb brought a positive report. • Ten saw problems; Joshua and Caleb saw possibilities. • Ten saw obstacles; Joshua and Caleb saw opportunities. • Ten saw God in light of their circumstances; Joshua and Caleb saw circumstances in light of their God.
- 9. Possibility thinking….. • Determinesour approach to life. • Attracts winners, not whiners,to our team. • Is often the only difference between success and failure. • Often turns problems into into blessings. • Empowers others to reach their potential.
- 10. Biblical cases study:Elijah(1Kings 18:18-40) • Elijah grew tired of his people’s spiritual rebellion and was angry with the false prophets. Even though outnumbered 850 to 1 by his foes ( 1Kings 18:19) on Mt.Carmel, he confronted them boldly. Like the underdog David, he met the enemy with courage and passsion. He possessed possibility thinking.
- 11. Embrace the Lessonsof Reflective Thinking • Reflective thinking helps you to gain true perspective. • Reflective thinking helps you to eliminate emotional baggage from your thoughts. • Reflective thinking makes you more confident in your decision making. • Reflective thinking brings the big picture into clearer focus. • Reflective thinking turns experience into insight. • Reflective thinking provides counsel and direction for your future.
- 12. Put these suggestionsinto practice • Schedule time in your calendar for reflective thinking. • Find a “thinking place” with a minimum of distraction. • Take time to review past experiences. • Ask the following: • What have I learnt today that will help me grow? • How can I apply it to my life? • Put your thoughts into action!
- 13. Biblical Case Study:Peter(Luke22:54- 62,Acts2:1-4:22,1 Peter 1:13-16) • He was a key teacher/leader of the disciples. • He followed the LORD JESUS at a distance. • He fellowshipped with the wrong crowd. • He showed his cowardice. • He denied his Lord. • He realized his failure. • He wept bitterly. • He continued to gather with the disciples. • He ran to visit the empty tomb. • He obeyed the Master’s command to wait for the day of Pentecost. • He was filled with the Holy Spirit. • His cowardice was replaced with boldness. • He encouraged other believers to stand firm in the face of fiery trials • He became a highly influential leader in the early church.
- 14. • Gird yourminds. Focus your thinking on Christ. • Guard your hearts. Stay close to Christ and stay clean. • Guide your lifestyle. Imitate Christ in all of your conduct.
- 15. Biblical Case Study:King Saul(1 Samuel 13:1-22;15:1-35) • Saul seemed to never take time for reflective thinking. He certainly did not learn from past experiences. When Saul realized that his troops were abandoning him, he decided to take matters into his own hands rather than follow the very clear counsel that the prophet Samuel had given to him. The prophet strongly rebuked him for his disobedience. But Saul did not learn from his failure. He committed the very same sin shortly thereafter. He lied to Samuel by arguing, “but I did obey the Lord .” Saul stubbornly refused to reflect and learn. The prophet reminded Saul that “stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry” and declared that “the Lord has rejected you from being king over Israel.”