A Healthy Mind

By Adeshola Abraham 

Jeremiah 15:16 Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O LORD God of hosts.

Every day we are bombarded with messages from the media, employers, co-workers, people we date, books, music - and from our own thoughts.

Satan works in two ways. First, he tries to feed you with temptation, depression and worry. Second, he tries to keep you from noticing what you're putting in your mind. A healthy mind feeds on healthy thoughts. Jesus said he came to give us 'life more abundantly' (see John 10:10). Instead of constantly striving for self-worth, peace of mind, joy and happiness, your mind can overflow with these things.

It's really important to pay attention to what your mind is focused on. One of the greatest gifts God has given us is Scripture - but we frequently turn it into a burden. 'Do I have to read the Bible every day?' That's the wrong question. You need to ask, 'What can I feed my mind on today so that it will flourish?' The psalmist said that when you delight in God's word, you will prosper in whatever you do (see Psalm 1:1-3). In order to have what successful people enjoy, first do what successful people do. And according to the psalmist, successful people delight in the word of God day and night.

As you delight in his word, may you be prosperous and have good success. Be blessed abundantly above all that you ask or think in Jesus name. Amen

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