“I think myself happy, king Agrippa because I shall answer for myself before you...” Acts 26:2
Let me share a few things about positive thinking amidst adverse circumstances. The apostle Paul was on his way to a Roman court to present proof of innocence for the accusations brought against him by a group of Jewish leaders, enemies of the Gospel. The introduction of his speech was positive and full of faith: “I think myself happy, King Agrippa.”
1. Be mindful of your thoughts today.
Take a fast from negative thinking.
Every time a thought includes any degree of negativity, replace it with a statement of gratitude and thanks to God. For example, you may catch yourself thinking, “That happens for other people, but it will never happen for me.” At that moment, turn any negativity into a statement of faith and praise such as, “Thank you, God, for You are able to do immeasurably more than I could ever ask, think, or imagine according to Your power that is at work within me.”
2. Challenge yourself to end destructive and unproductive thinking by taking intentional time to train your brain.
We have to cultivate a garden of fruitful thoughts watered with Godly faith.
Quit allowing yourself to think thoughts of defeat, unworthiness, hurt, fear, disease, and loss.
Take the time you usually spend on negative thoughts and start praising God for victory, worth, joy, faith, healing, and increase.
Focus on the goodness of God and not the difficulty of your situation.
Conclusion:
Let your mind be filled with the Holy Spirit, who pours out the peace that surpasses all understanding. Then you will believe bigger, trust more, step out further, and speak life.
Take the challenge today and see how God works through it.
Have a blessed week,
Pastor (Rev. Elias Limones)
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