Category Archives: Healthy Thinking

“Do not call to mind the former things; pay no attention to the things of old.” Isaiah 43:18 Depending upon the individual, reminiscing about the past can be an enjoyable experience or a haunting memory. In either case, short-lived thoughts of the past, every now and then, mildly affects our disposition, if any at all.Continue reading “Leave the Past in the Past”

“Therefore, I tell you and insist on in the Lord not to live any longer like the gentiles live, thinking worthless thoughts.” Ephesians 4:17 We all are guilty of allowing our minds to meditate on things or even people which are not beneficial in any manner to our lives. When was the last time youContinue reading “Meaningless Thoughts”

“I will bless the LORD who counsels me — even at night when my thoughts trouble me.” Psalm 16:7 CSB Our troubling thoughts seem to have free rein as the distractions during the day subsides with the setting of the sun.  The thoughts run rapid with no borders. In the night, troubled thoughts of pastContinue reading “Counsel in the Midst of Troubling Thoughts”

“Your word I have treasured in my heart, That I may not sin against You.” Psalm 119:11 Two scenarios are born out of the gesture of treasuring something or someone. In one scenario, two primary occurrences take place when we treasured something or someone. First, a declaration of value is placed upon the intended toContinue reading “Treasured “Word of God” Thoughts”

“Consider what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.” 2 Timothy 2:7 No one knows everything about all things except God. As we go through life we will encounter roadblocks and be challenged by the unknown. During these times, it’s not uncommon to have thoughts of uncertainty and feelings of insecurity.Continue reading “God Helps Us With Our Thoughts”

“Brothers, don’t be childish in your thinking, but be infants in regard to evil and adult in your thinking.” I Corinthians 14:20 Children are on a journey of learning how to be an adult, therefore, the thoughts of a child are on the opposite end of spectrum from an adult. The numerous child protection lawsContinue reading “Grown-Up Thoughts”

“What goes into someone’s mouth does not defile them, but what comes out of their mouth, that is what defiles them.” Matthew 15:11 In order to have healthy bodies, we are often told to stay away from excessive fried foods, processed foods and sugary foods & drinks. Anything that compromises the ultimate functioning of bodyContinue reading “Defiling Thoughts”

“The power of the tongue is life and death—those who love to talk will eat what it produces.” Proverbs 18:21 Most people are familiar with the assessment, “He or she just says whatever comes to his or her mind.” The statement is usually made when someone does not self-monitored what come our of their mouthContinue reading “Thoughts that Control the Tongue”

“Immediately Jesus knew in his spirit that this was what they were thinking in their hearts, and he said to them, “Why are you thinking these things?” Mark 2:8 It takes courage to believe what is not in our control or what we lack knowledge. I propose it’s human nature to speak against what weContinue reading “Thoughts That Question the Movements of God”