Those Bad Thoughts Again

Hello from Christian Help For Addiction Online.  Again, mainly because we think it is so important, we will like to revisit how important it is to keep a check on our thoughts.  More and more research is indicating that our thoughts line up with how we feel. So in essence, if I am thinking despair, hopelessness, “what’s the sense”, type thinking, the way I feel is going to coincide with those thoughts.

Our minds are a powerful force, that left to run wild, can wreak havoc on the way we feel and function.  The lies we tell ourselves such as, “I am no good, I will never beat this thing, life stinks” will have a big impact on our well-being. Try changing your thought patterns this week. I know what many of you are saying, (easier said then done) but it’s a good habit that you have to get in t0.

Always remember that you are a creature of God, made by him in his likeness.  That means our thought patterns should line-up with those of God. What do you think God might think about? What a lousy day this is, or what a waste I am?  I sincerely doubt it. his thoughts most probably are focused around love, kindness, sacrificing and doing good unto others. Let’s see if we can get those same thoughts moving in our lives.

Here is another great devotional from intouch.org that is worth a read:

The best life you could possibly live is the one your Creator has designed for you. He has given believers everything they need to become more like Him and to achieve all He has planned for them. Since the way we think is vitally important in this process, the Lord has given us the mind of Christ. Now we have the capacity to think as He does and to see situations from His perspective.

This marvelous ability to align our thoughts with His is a gift that we receive from God at the moment of salvation. However, the practice of it is our responsibility. We all come to Christ with minds which are already “pre-programmed” to one degree or another. For example, a child who grows up hearing demeaning comments will probably incorporate them into his concept of who he is and what he can accomplish. Also, this world system is constantly attempting to fit us into its mold, and Satan tries to inject his lies into our thinking.

If we are to experience the abundant life the Lord wants us to have, old thoughts that do not agree with God’s Word must be replaced with truth. Then we need to screen the ideas that bombard us each day. As we cooperate with God in this ongoing process, our lives will be transformed.

Compare your thoughts, attitudes, and beliefs with biblical teachings. If they don’t match, reject those patterns of thinking, and fill your mind with corresponding truths from Scripture instead. Since the Lord has empowered believers to think right, let’s cultivate the mind of Christ within us.

Try changing your thoughts this week.  I know old habits are tough to break at times, but with Christ’s help, you can accomplish just about anything you put your mind on.  Stay well…

 

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