We all know that our thoughts and emotions affect our health. Negative thinking leads to stress, which is the root cause of many of our physical illnesses. There is so much research available on this topic that we just cannot deny it. Long before science proved it, God's word pointed us to this truth.
Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts. (Proverbs 3:23 GNT)
One of the smartest ways to let God change the way we think is to obey His principles in all that we are doing. We also need to ask Him to remove from us those thoughts that are negative so that we can focus on those things that give us Life.
Never say anything that isn't true. Have nothing to do with lies and misleading words. Fill your minds with those things that are good and that deserve praise: things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and honorable. (Proverbs 4:24, Philippians 4:8 GNT)
A rule of life that God's Word proclaims will help us have a pure mind is to filter the messages we receive from news reports, social media, and by word of mouth. We need God to transform our thinking, so we recognize what is good and pleasing and perfect. We need to let go of hurtful, angry things that other people say and focus on what God says.
Do not conform yourselves to the standards of this world, but let God transform you inwardly by a complete change of your mind. Then you will be able to know the will of God—what is good and is pleasing to him and is perfect. (Romans 12:2 GNT)
An inventory of our thinking is as important as a daily inventory of our behaviours. Only God knows what is best for us and we will do well if we continue to seek His wisdom and rely on what He says to guide our thinking.
Prayer: Heavenly Father, I want to fill my thoughts with the truth of Your Word. Help me to sort my thoughts according to Your principles and enjoy the benefits of Your wisdom. Give me the grace to let go of any negative thinking that seeks to invade my mind and to intentionally fill my mind with Your positive and encouraging truth. Amen
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