That
explains so much to me right now, and I must be feeling sad because I can turn
on the tears within seconds. I still am not sure why I am struggling with so
many tears. It just pours out before I realize it. Let's be honest; it takes a while before we
are able to change our perspective. I doubt that I can change my point of view
in a flash if you can please write to me and explain how to do this.
I
have spoken to my daughter about these negative thoughts, and during this
period of isolation, I can draw from her sound advice. Treating my negative
thought the same way I would treat flies around the picnic basket - shoo them
away. Then immediately replace them with thoughts that are excellent or
praiseworthy. Think about how good God has been to me and focusing on His
goodness. Psalm 103 "bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His
benefits: who forgives all your iniquities; who heals all your diseases; who
redeems your life from destruction, who crowns you with lovingkindness and
tender mercies.
Philippians
4: 8 "If anything is excellent or praiseworthy think about such
things."
Prayer
Abba
Father, today I surrender my thought life into Your hands. I want to focus on
things excellent and praiseworthy. I want to praise Your Holy Name and thank
You Lord that You have not let me down. In humility, I stand firm on Your Word.
Renew my thought life and help me take control over what comes to mind in the
Holy Name of Jesus Christ. Amen
Yvette
van Niekerk
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