Change Your Mind

Norman Vincent Peal wrote in his book, The Power Of Positive Thinking, "A primary method for gaining a mind full of peace is to practice emptying the mind."

I could use a mind full of peace these days ... how about you? Are you feeling the pressure? I can feel it all around. Everyone seems to be waiting for the "other shoe to drop."

Romans 12:2 says, "Be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind." Peal says, "To be happier and healthier, we need a change in the pattern of our thoughts."

Kind of hard to do right now, isn't it? But it has to happen for any amount of peace to settle in on us. I believe it will be those who begin to take the Scriptures seriously, maybe for the first time in their lives, that will be the ones who navigate this leg of the journey without the emotional devastation we see happening all around.

Transform your thoughts. How? Begin by writing down at least 10 things every night before you go to bed that you are thankful for. 10 good things about your day. Don't quit until you have at least 10. I know there's more than that. Think about it. What have you been blessed by today? Your health, a few extra dollars in your wallet, no bills due today, a hot meal, family, good friends, a pet you care about ... try it. You might be surprised how it changes your mind.