Philippians 4:6–9 (NIV)
Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.
In the absence of truth, lies reign.
This is probably a passage you’ve read before. But have you thought of applying it to your every thought—especially the toxic ones?
The mind feasts on what it focuses on. What consumes our thinking will be the making or breaking of our identity.
That’s why we need to think on, ponder, and park our minds on constructive thoughts—not destructive thoughts. Thoughts that build up, not tear down. Thoughts that breathe life, not drain the life from us. Thoughts that lead to goodness, not anxiety.
Prayer
Dear Lord, reveal to me untruths throughout my day that can so easily distract and discourage me. Help me see You and Your truth in all I do. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.
Excerpt from It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way by Lysa TerKeurst