Author Archives: A.S. Allen

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.” Proverbs 3:5 The act of trusting requires one to enter the realm of abandonment. In order to trust, we must put aside our feelings, opinions or just simply let go of control of a particular matter and even our life.Continue reading “Governed by “Trusting In God” Thoughts”

“Wherefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought unto you at the revelation of Jesus Christ;” 1 Peter 1:13 Probably most of us can attest to moments when our thoughts were all over the place. These moments may be broughtContinue reading “Pull your thoughts together”

“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” Romans 12:2 NIV The life we live today, every victory, every failure is theContinue reading “Change Your Mind, Change Your Destiny”

“And be renewed in the spirit of your mind;” Ephesians 4:23 The spirit of the mind signifies the inner man, the place that dictates our thoughts, desires and emotions. The directive to renew implies a decline from a previous state of acceptability. As a result of the fall of man, the inner man fell fromContinue reading “Renewed Thoughts From Within”

 “Finally, brethren, … if there be any praise, think on these things.” Philippians 4:8 Thoughts filled with praise are sure to turn even the most troublesome moment into a joyous experience. Something miraculously takes place when we shift our thoughts to praise from things which are sure to continuously send our emotions spirally downward. WithoutContinue reading “Thoughts of Praise”

“Finally, brethren, … if there be any virtue, …think on these things.” Philippians 4:8 Virtue is associated with what is morally good. When you think of something being morally good in a sense it’s a behavior that adds value to the one who possess it. Therefore, it’s not hard to conclude virtuous thoughts enhance ourContinue reading “Virtuous Thoughts”

“I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well. “Psalms 139:14 Oftentimes we tend to think well of others but fail to believe a good report regarding oneself. The reasons vary from person to person, sometimes it’s the lack of praise orContinue reading “Think the Best of You”

“Finally, brethren, …whatsoever things are of good report;… think on these things.” Philippians 4:8 It’s easy to have kind thoughts toward those who are dear to us, even those we simply like. However, the gesture of thinking favorable thoughts toward people who has caused us harm, whether intentionally or unintentionally, is not easily embraced. I’llContinue reading “Think the Best of People”

“Finally, brethren, …whatsoever things are just, …think on these things.” Philippians 4:8 In a world that allows discriminating acts to dominate beyond limits, it’s clear why to think just thoughts is a task which requires work. For the most part, we are want to be treated fairly regardless of our race or background. Nevertheless, forContinue reading “Just Think Just”

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 canContinue reading “Be Positive – Think Good Thoughts”