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THE STATE OF YOUR THOUGHT LIFE


"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are TRUE, whatsoever things are HONEST, whatsoever things are JUST, whatsoever things are PURE, whatsoever things are LOVELY, whatsoever things are of GOOD REPORT; if there be any VIRTUE, and if there be any PRAISE, think on these things."  (PHILIPPIANS 4:8).

The scripture aforementioned unfolds the supposed state of our thought life. It unveils how our thoughts should be like and things we should ruminate on.

We should understand that our thought life is an important factor of every human being; its importance shouldn't be down played nor neglected. Why is this so? That's because our thoughts form our actions, it determines the outcome of our lives. (Matthew 15:19). Remember, as a man thinks in his heart, so is he.

However, our thoughts which possesses such ability should be guarded against harmful thoughts that may encroach our minds and affect our lives. Our thoughts should be aright – in line with the Word of God – as to reproduce acceptable, righteous and holy living.

I've discovered that the mind (thoughts) is one medium the devil uses to gain access into a man's life; Christians and non-christians alike. He brings to the thought of men wrong suggestions and if given attention to, access such person's life and gains control over him/her through it. 

The devil also tries to keep men bound in darkness through depression, sin, oppression and error and this takes rapid effect when our minds (thoughts) aren't filled with God's word and when we heed to the devil's suggestions. People who entertain such suggestions end up being victimized. That's why people fall under depression, guilt and condemnation, oppression and sin which introduces darkness in their lives. Those already walking the right path can fall into error as well because of a careless thought entertained.

Therefore, anything that's not TRUE, HONEST, JUST, PURE, LOVELY, OF GOOD REPORT, OF VIRTUE AND PRAISE WORTHY, you're not allowed to think on it. 
Quit thinking the devil's thought; thoughts of fear (of the known and the unknown), depression (as a result of failures, inabilities or problems) , suicide (because of depression), concupiscence (lustful and immoral thoughts), giving up( because of weariness and lack of faith)  and virtually anything that's contrary to God's word.

Search God's word, study and ruminate on scriptures for your thoughts that will heal any wounded part of your life or struggles you may experience rather than paying attention to negative suggestions that may destroy you. (The devil will always suggest something for you). Don't heed to that suggestion of suicide or immorality or giving up your faith, or giving up on your purpose or any erroneous movement. Resist the devil at the arousal of such thinking and he'll surely flee from you.(James 4:7).

In as much as you need food for your stomach, you also need food for your thought life (only insane people don't think). However, it should definitely be true, pure, good, lovely etc and not forbidden, stale, rotten, contents. 

The state of your thought life will always affect your life entirely. Guard it!
Whoever is in control of your thoughts is in control of your life. Give it to Jesus!

"..but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God." (Romans 12:2).

Repent and surrender to Christ if you always give in to the devil's thought. Ask the Holy Spirit to dwell in your heart and help you work on your mind. He'll do that for you.

God bless you!

  



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