Introduction & Orientation Material Attitudes needed in S.O.S.

ATTITUDES TOWARDS FELLOW VOLUNTEERS
SOS life is community life Its duration is brief, but the interaction with one another will be intensive. It shall require IMMEDIATE social adjustments and caring qualities.

1. COMPASSION Inward feeling of sympathy towards the misery of other peopl­e. Being touched with the pain and sorrows of others. A heart underst­and­ing of people's feelings, with desire to help and comfort them.
2. KINDNESS. Sweet and pleasant treatment of other people. Art of making people feel good about them. Attitude of doing something good to others.
3. HUMILITY. Lowliness of mind, having a lowly opinion of one's self. Not thinking of yourself more highly than you ought. Respect for others.
4. GENTLENESS Strength under control, strength under a heavy load, having trust in God's goodness and control over situation.
5. PATIENCE. Long lasting control over anger & irritation. Ability to wait for those who are weak and slow. Always giving God a chance and people an allowance.

The SOS TEAM is a Task Force. Goals and strate­gies are defined and have deadlines. The leaders were trained and designated to facilitate the team's success in reaching the goals. HEB 13:7, 17. Every action and decision they make are calculated to bring results. It is important that the members support them through the following attitudes:

1. TRUST. Having confidence in their leadership abilities & in their authority. Peaceful belief that his aims and intents are good.
2. OBEDIENCE. Doing the expectations of your leaders, following their orders especially when doing them will mean hardship and suffering.
3. SUBMISSION. God appointed leaders so their leadership is a delegated authority exercised under God. To submit means to yield, without rebellion or resistance.
4. RESPECT. An act of giving honors someone of rank. You may not agree at times but leaders deserve respect.
5. REMEMBERING. To think of them and pray for them. Remember that leaders also need inspiration and encouragement.

ATTITUDES TOWARDS THE WORK
The SOS Task is difficult, it is also a battle. The opportunities are too brief for delays. The difficulties & inconveniences you'll face are real. BUT, a positive attitude no matter how hard the work makes the work lighter. (PRO 15:13) A happy heart makes the face cheerful, but heartache crushes the spirit. (NIV)

1. JOYFUL - no work is too difficult if you enjoy it. Remember that serving God is a privilege, not a burden. Rejoice for you are in the service of the King of Kings.
2. WINNING - face the obstacles and like Joshua and Caleb, say, we can possess the land. Implement the victory that Jesus Christ won for us.
3. DETERMINATION TO FINISH - don't give in to weakness. IF YOU ARE TIRED, REST, BUT DON'T QUIT. (PSA 46:1) God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. (ISA 40:31) Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. THEN you can run with perseverance the race marked out for us. (HEB 12:1)