Finally, brethren, …whatsoever things are good, … think on these things.” Philippians 4:8
When circumstances are less favorable than you desire, it’s easy to allow our thoughts to become sadden. However, we must be cautious of how long our minds dwell in a downward state of being. If we are not careful, our thoughts can progress into self-pity, bitterness, anger along with other negative dispositions.
“ in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” I Thessalonians 5:18
In order to think good thoughts in midst of disappointment, we must practice the teaching in I Thessalonians 5:18. No matter what is going on, the verse calls us to be thankful. Thankful for the bad as well as the good… thankful for the failures as well as the victory.., give thanks for whatever the day brings because this is what God wants us to do. For some, this is easier said than done. We must be mindful God never asks us to do anything without equipping us for the task (Philippians 2:3).
“Choosing to give thanks in all the seasons of life, cultivates our minds to be a fountain of good thoughts”_ASA
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