Complete Bible Study Guide

What Does the Bible Say About Attitude?

10 Scripture references with full text and commentary

Understanding Attitude in the Bible

What does the Bible say about attitude? Browse 13 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.

10
Total Verses
1
Old Testament
9
New Testament

Top 10 Verses About Attitude

  1. 1
    Proverbs 17:22
    A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. like: or, to
    KJV
  2. 2
    Romans 12:2
    And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
    KJV
  3. 3
    Ephesians 4:23
    And be renewed in the spirit of your mind;
    KJV
  4. 4
    Philippians 2:5
    Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:
    KJV
  5. 5
    Philippians 2:14
    Do all things without murmurings and disputings:
    KJV
  6. 6
    Philippians 4:8
    Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. honest: or, venerable
    KJV
  7. 7
    Colossians 3:17
    And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
    KJV
  8. 8
    Colossians 3:23
    And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily , as to the Lord, and not unto men;
    KJV
  9. 9
    Hebrews 13:15
    By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. giving: Gr. confessing to
    KJV
  10. 10
    James 4:10
    Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.
    KJV

Subtopics of Attitude

attitudes
bad attitude
changed attitudes
having the right attitude
positive attitude

Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Attitude? (1 Verses)

A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. like: or, to

New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Attitude? (9 Verses)

And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.
And be renewed in the spirit of your mind;
Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:
Do all things without murmurings and disputings:
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. honest: or, venerable
And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God and the Father by him.
And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily , as to the Lord, and not unto men;
By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. giving: Gr. confessing to
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

How to Study What the Bible Says About Attitude

  1. 1

    Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.

  2. 2

    Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about attitude. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.

  3. 3

    Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.

  4. 4

    Memorise at least one key verse about attitude and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.

Practical Application

Studying what the Bible says about attitude is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:

  • Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on attitude needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.

  • Share what you have learned about attitude with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.

  • Pray through the key verses about attitude, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Bible say about attitude?
What does the Bible say about attitude? Browse 13 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme. The Bible contains 10 key verses about attitude spanning both Old and New Testaments.
How many Bible verses about attitude are there?
There are 10 key Bible verses about attitude compiled in this study guide, drawn from books across both the Old and New Testaments.
What is the best verse about attitude?
One of the most well-known and frequently cited verses about attitude is Proverbs 17:22 — "A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. like: or, to"
Where in the Bible does it talk about attitude?
Attitude is discussed throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. You can find 10 references to this topic across multiple books including the Psalms, Proverbs, the Gospels, and the Epistles.

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