Believe that life is worth living and your belief will help create that fact.

Life Applications

Commentary

This quote by William James encapsulates the profound impact of belief and optimism on shaping our reality. It emphasizes the power of positive thinking and the influence of our beliefs on the creation of our experiences. By fostering a mindset that embraces the worth of life, we can actively contribute to the realization of a fulfilling and meaningful existence.

Paraphrase

Believe in the value of life, and your conviction will help bring that truth into existence.

Poem

Believe in life,
embrace the worth,
Create your world,
from the day of birth. With faith and hope,
the fact you'll see,
Life is worth living,
for you and me.

Presentation Suggestions

• Incorporate the theme of belief and optimism in shaping one's reality
• Discuss the power of positive thinking and its impact on creating a fulfilling life
• Explore the influence of faith and conviction on shaping experiences
• Reflect on the significance of perceiving life as worth living
• Encourage the congregation to embrace a positive belief in the value of life

Related Bible Verses

Proverbs 23:7

for he is keeping track, inwardly counting the cost. “Eat and drink,” he says to you, but his heart is not with you.

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.

Romans 4:17

As it is written: “I have made you a father of many nations.” He is our father in the presence of God, in whom he believed, the God who gives life to the dead and calls into being what does not yet exist.

2 Corinthians 5:7

For we walk by faith, not by sight.

Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the assurance of what we hope for and the certainty of what we do not see.

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Questions for Reflection and Discussion

• What role does belief play in shaping our experiences?
• How can optimism influence the creation of our reality?
• In what ways can faith contribute to a meaningful life?
• What impact does our perception of worth have on our experiences?
• How can we cultivate a positive belief in the value of life?
• How does our belief in the worth of life influence our actions?
• In what ways can our convictions shape the reality we experience?