For as he thinks in his heart, so is he – Prov. 23:7 AMP. With this verse in mind, it is therefore imperative to evaluate our thoughts.
My Doctor has ordered me to do a COVID test due to my symptoms, she stated, my heart skipped a beat. Few days before then, we had spent most of the day together. There were so many thoughts running through my head as I tried to calm her down. Let’s stay hopeful I said; I know you don’t have the virus. The call ended and my throat started to feel funny; it was a huge battle to think of something else. Enough! I said to myself and I started declaring God’s word. To God’s glory, the test was negative.
The previous publication elaborates on the power of our mind and tips on how to fix our thoughts. Here, I will discuss the importance of our thoughts and how to evaluate them.
Why are thoughts important?
May be you are wondering, what is the big deal about thoughts? Our thoughts are reflections of the state of our hearts and our hearts matter to God. Furthermore, the output of our hearts matters to God. Also, our thoughts often metamorphose into words and actions which can become our reality.
- The healing of the woman with the issue of blood started with a single thought. Mark 5:28NLT: For she thought, “If I just touch His clothing, I will get well.” Her thought coupled with her faith was the gateway to her healing.
- Eliab (David’s brother) was not chosen as the King because of the state of his heart – 1 Samuel 16:7.
- Our anxious thoughts can take our focus off God and make us concentrate on the vastness of our challenges. An example is Sara. Gen.18:12NIV- So Sarah laughed to herself as she thought,” After I am worn out and my lord is old, will I now have this pleasure?”
How to evaluate thoughts?
We evaluate our thoughts using God’s word; His word exposes our innermost thoughts: For the word of God is alive and powerful. It is sharper than the sharpest two-edged sword, cutting between soul and spirit, between joint and marrow. It exposes our innermost thoughts and desires. Heb 4:12NLT
Here’s a tool to evaluate our thoughts:
Finally friends, the guaranteed way to experience perfect peace is to fix your thoughts on God. It takes practice, you have a part to play; allow God to play His part as well.
Shalom
Thanks for the tool for evaluation from Philippians 4:8. That was powerful. Remain blessed and refreshed.
Amen and you too. Thank you
This is so enlightening.. Thank you for the share.. May God continue to strengthen you.
Amen and amen. Thank you.
I love the Biblical examples you gave. I’ve read those passages a million times and never quite thought of it that way. Thank you!
You are welcome Brynn, I’m glad you have been blessed.
This is awesome. Thanks for the enlightenment on how our thoughts can be evaluated and the parameters in Philippians 4:8, that can be used. More anointing and God’s special grace to move on. Stay uniquely blessed.
Amen and amen in Jesus name. Thank you ma.
Having our thought life in check is crucial as our thoughts will become our actions eventually.
Exactly. Thank you Esther.
Wow…this is great and honestly enlightening thanks ma’am truly appreciate
Thank you Sir. Remain blessed.
Thank you sister for sharing. The Lord will bless you more with greater knowledge and understanding. You shall continually be a blessing to many nations.
Amen and amen in Jesus name. I receive it. Thank you.
No wonder the word of God tells us to continuously renew our minds.
Thanks sis Stella for blessing us with this piece. More inspiration.
When our minds are renewed with God’s word, our thoughts then align with His purpose and promise.Amen and amen. Thank you.
Yes! We must constantly fill our hearts with His word because what is in our hearts shapes our thoughts. Thanks for sharing!
Very true. You are welcome Felicia. Thanks also.
Great word for the day.
God’s name be praised.