Scientist and medical practitioners are discovering that there is a correlation between what we believe, think, and feel with how our body is reacting. What we believe about the food we eat, the place we live, the job we perform, the people surrounding us, the lifestyle in which we live, the world around us, the effect of our daily performance, etc. all affect our thoughts and emotions.
We often build walls of negative emotions and behavior around our self in order to protect us from future wounding incidents that may cause us to feel even more broken, or to think we are not good enough. Our thoughts, dreams and attitude give us a clue about what we are attempting to avoid from our past.
We can change the results of these negative experiences and beliefs; yet, this cannot be done in our mind alone. Memorizing Bible verses; reading and thinking positive affirmations; cleaning up our lifestyle, habits, the toxic level caused by what we breathe and ingest and put on our skin; and the type of food we eat and drink, are all positive choices - but they are not enough.
Poor self-esteem, self-doubts, unresolved traumatic experiences from our past, negatively talking to and about our self, etc. all impact our physical health. For instance, science found that a poor self-image effects our anxiety levels, our negative emotional response to life, including lies from satanic forces, our stress-related lifestyle, our addictions to harmful habits and chemicals, inflammatory related diseases, etc.
Yet, positive beliefs, self-talk, ability to forgive and have compassionate understanding of our self and others, effect what and how much we eat, our fears, stress, and emotions, which can heal our diseases and rid us of the toxins in our body, soul, and spirit. Healing our inner turmoil will have a healing effect on the rest of our being.
As we wholeheartedly trust the Lord, we live in peace enjoy good health, and make a difference in the world around us (Psalm 4:8; Matthew 11:28). As our Good Shepherd, He gathers us in His arms and carries us close to His heart (Isaiah 40:11). His love for us is unparalleled and greater than anyone or anything this world can provide.
Prayer:
Father God, while we were still unbelievers in the Gospel of Christ and enemies of Calvary’s cross - lost in sin, debauchery, and deprivation – You reconciled us to Yourself through Jesus’ ultimate sacrifice for us all (Romans 5:10). You have blessings available for every authentic Born Again Believer who loves You, keeps Your commandments, and are willing to submit to Your plans for our life (Jeremiah 29:11; Ecclesiastes 12:13; Ephesians 2:10).
If we seek You with our whole heart, we will find You and experience fulfillment both in this life and for eternity (Jeremiah 29:13). You never, ever leave or forsake us (Hebrews 13:5). You fight for us as we wait on You in the stillness of our body, soul, and spirit. You surround us with Your guarding angels (Exodus 14:14). Help us to be mindful of Your care of nature all around us and that You love us even more than You care about Your creation (Matthew 6:26; John 3:16-18).
Thought for the Day:
God uses trials to strengthen our character, improve our determination and perseverance, teach us to have gratitude for even the smallest blessings in life, increase our faith in His faithfulness, give us more compassion for others, change our direction and point of view in life, and improve the way we relate to life in our mental and emotional and spiritual beliefs, attitude, thoughts, and feelings.
