Tuesday, March 28, 2006

March 28

Fix Those Thoughts

Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Fix your thoughts….”

Philippians 4:6, 8b (NLT)


Boy, did I need this Scripture yesterday! Buried under a heavy To Do list, I surfaced in a sea of worry, and before I knew it, I was getting angry because the things I wanted to get done were not getting done. Talk about a bad attitude!

Once again, I am brought back to the realization, “It’s not about me; it’s all about Him.” The solution is simple—if I am willing. Stop worrying; stop being angry; fix my thoughts on something better.

Paul gives me a great list of positives to fix my mind on. He tells me to think about those things that are true and honorable and right as well as those things that are pure and lovely and admirable. He then finishes his list by telling me to focus on things that are excellent and worthy of praise. The top qualifier for me to focus my mind on? God and His word!

For some reason, thinking about God, praying and reading His word all work together to pull me out of my pit. He lifts me up to that higher level of thought, attitude and action. And so, this is what I will do—everyday!

How about you? Do you need an attitude adjustment too?

Lord, remind me of Your character; teach me Your ways; show me the wonderful work You have for me. And help me to focus on these good and positive things. Amen.