Have you noticed how much our “state of mind” affects what we think about events, our expectations, and how we treat others. For instance, if things are going well for us, we tend to have a positive “state of mind,” have positive expectations, and tend to be upbeat and positive with other people. When we are in a negative “state,” just the opposite tends to occur.
I would argue that we can control our “state of mind” by taking control of our thoughts. For example, our state of mind can quickly change when something tragic, or something fantastic occurs in our lives. So if some external event can change our thoughts, our own conscious choice to change our thoughts can do the same.
Paul writes in Romans 12:2, “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.”
I use two steps to try to get myself into the right state of mind when events are dragging me down. I first look at all the things for which I have to be thankful, and they are many. It is nearly impossible to be in a bad state when we are truly thankful. Then I pray and put my trust in God to lead me through my challenges.
The Bible tells us these things in many places. Here are a few to lean on.
“But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31
“Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18.
“For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength.” Philippians 4:13
“Be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” Ephesians 6:10
“Cast all your cares on him for he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7
Dear Lord, Help us take control of our “state of mind” with thankful hearts and confidence in your unlimited power to overcome any challenge we face. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
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Behold “I Am” the Lord thy God of all flesh: is anything to difficult for me. Amen! Jeremiah 32:27
Ah Lord God! Behold, Thou hast made the heavens and the earth by Thy great power and by Thine outstretched arm! Nothing is to difficult for Thee. Amen! Jeremiah 32:17
Two of my favorite scriptures. I often speak them out loud over my family, myself, others and our country. I try and remember to be thankful for all the Lord has done for me and my family. He is slow to anger, long suffering and so merciful and I am very greatful for that. I am greatful to live in America. If ever anyone travel outside this country you know that this is the greatest country on earth but only because of our Lords blessings and nothing else.
After what’s happened in Pittsburg we all see that evil and wickedness abounds but the love of God is greater than any and all evil. Love will always prevail. Amen! Greater is He that is in us than he that is in the world. Amen!
I know Lord that without You we are nothing. Lord this country, this world has lost its way and our only hope is in You. Oh God how desperately we need You. Forgive us Lord of our iniquities against You and Lord pour out Your Spirit on us and heal our land. Help us turn from our evil ways and as ll Chronicles 7:14 says,”heal our land”. Amen!
Lord there is nothing You cannot do. Nothing! Lord I pray for a mighty move of Your Spirit. Send revival Lord! Send it! Turn our hearts back to You Lord. Help us to seek Your face Lord and not just Your benefits. Call us Lord unto Yourself again. Give us spiritual ears to hear Your voice and repent and follow You. I pray this Lord in the Mighty name of Jesus. The name that is above every name. Amen!