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Controlling Our Thoughts
CGG Weekly by Gary MontgomeryIn today's world, our minds are highly susceptible to false and negative thoughts, often jumping from one sinful idea to another in mere milliseconds without our awareness. Every day, various situations cause our thoughts to race along perilous paths, and our reactions reflect what truly occupies our minds. If we feel poorly due to physical condition, our thoughts tend to wander in a negative direction, focusing on ourselves and our pain. We must gain control over these thoughts before they lead us further down that road. Jesus teaches that a person will turn in the direction his thoughts lead him. If we desire to live as Christ does, we must seize control of our thoughts. One way to combat negative thinking is by maintaining our health, as the body and mind are connected. Feeling good physically through proper diet and exercise can lead to more uplifting thoughts. Another approach is to act as gatekeepers of our minds, inspecting every thought before allowing it entry, ensuring it is proper, beneficial, and positive. If a thought does not meet these criteria, we must terminate it before it causes harm. Additionally, avoiding negative-thinking people is crucial, as their influence can lead us down dangerous paths. If avoidance is not possible, we must protect ourselves with a positive attitude, radiating cheerfulness to set the course of such encounters. There are no benefits to allowing wrong thoughts into our minds; they only separate us from the positive power of God. By focusing on thoughts that are true, noble, just, pure, lovely, and praiseworthy, we can succeed in controlling our minds and aligning them with the example of Christ.
Focusing on God's Thoughts
Sermonette by Craig SablichWe have the responsibility to hear God's still, small voice and to act upon His thoughts, thereby shunning the deceitful input constantly coming from Satan.
Attitude Is Everything
Commentary by Bill OnisickWe must wrest control of the narrative away from Satan, the Destroyer, expert in promulgating misinformation, focusing instead on the end of the story.
Words of Life, Words of Death
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. MaasBy exposing the negative self-talk, we can turn the self-imposed words of death into words of life.
Good, Good, Good Vibrations
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Bill OnisickEvery human has a spirit in us, constituting an invisible force that enables us to think and be motivated, influenced, and encouraged by other spirits around us.
Pure Language Restored
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWhen we repeat negative expressions, they become reinforced, and we develop a negative disposition. Our spoken words reinforce our thoughts.
A Time For Thanksgiving (2009)
Commentary by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Paul heard continuous bad news, but he learned to control himself, controlling his anxiety by thinking positively and wholesomely.
It's Enough! Now, Lord, Take My Life!
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGreat luminaries of faith all wrestled with devastating despair. We must face depression with honesty, compassion, and unwavering trust in God.
Root Out Your Bitterness
Sermonette by Hunter D. SwansonBitterness is like a poison that springs from unresolved hurt, helplessness, or disappointment, leading to caustic sharpness in speech or behavior.
Maintaining Good Health (Part 14)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughProper diet demands responsible choices, and if we do not yield to God's laws governing nutrition, choosing the best foods, we will eventually pay the price.
Our Part in the Sanctification Process (Part Four): Cultivating Peace
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by David F. MaasHere are biblical strategies to cultivate the fruit of peace, including controlling our thoughts and emotions, submitting to God's will, and embracing His law.
Anticipating the Enemy
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsWe become vulnerable to Satan when we allow pride to consume us, cozy up to false doctrine, toy with the paranormal, or let down in prayer and Bible study
Communication and Leaving Babylon (Part One)
'Personal' from John W. RitenbaughWe are open to invisible communication from the spirit world—communication designed to conform us to the course of this world. Recognizing it is vital.
The Tenth Commandment
Sermon by John W. Ritenbaugh (1932-2023)Coveting begins as a desire. Human nature cannot be satisfied, nothing physical can satisfy covetousness, and joy does not derive from materialism.
Philippians (Part Ten)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughNot one of us with heavenly citizenship has ever been there, but like an ambassador, we are compelled to carry on the culture and laws in our lives.
Impure Language Destroyed
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by Martin G. CollinsPoisoned and perverted language will be destroyed in God's kingdom, when purified hearts will speak a pure language.