Monday, June 25, 2012

Joyce Meyer: Change the Way You Think

Have you ever heard the saying "a mind is a terrible thing to waste?" Our minds have so much capacity for good, to learn, create, think and grow, and it's a tragedy when we don't use them to their highest potential.


There was a time in my life when I allowed too many damaging thoughts to enter my mind, negative, tormenting, guilty, unforgiving, shameful and accusing thoughts. The problem was that I had no idea I could control my thoughts or choose which thoughts I focused on and believed in.


I didn't realize that if I was thinking something that wasn't true, I had power to stop. No one ever told me I could win in my mind. Has anyone ever told you? If not, then I'm here today to tell you that you don't have to let your thoughts control you. You can choose to think and focus on God thoughts!


Romans 12:2 says to "let God transform you, by changing the way you think." God wants to help you win the battle in your mind. But what does that look like on practical level?


Here's what has worked countless times for me and what I k now will work for you too: The next time you're wrestling  in your mind, I want you to stop and find something specific that you can thank God for. Tell Him how grateful you are for His goodness and all the rich ways He's blessed your life. As you're diligent to do this, you will see your life begin to change and things will get better and better.


It's my hope and prayer that you will know the power God has given you and that every day in your thoughts, you will walk in the fullness of His love for you!


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2 comments:

  1. Awesome message Ashley! This is so empowering on so many levels. We overcome bad thoughts with words. I'll be using this all the time. xo

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