One of the most powerful factors in personal transformation is SELF TALK! If, as the Bible states, you are “transformed by the renewing of your mind,” how you think and what you say to yourself have to both be top factors in your transformation.
So where do we begin?
First, we need AWARENESS! The mischief regarding self talk is that it is so constant we seldom are aware we are doing it. You won't always catch it, but you can be aware of how it makes you feel. Your emotions are wired to your thoughts – they are linked into a cause and effect sequence. As Paul wrote to the Romans: “The mind that is set on the flesh is death, but the mind that is set on the Spirit is life and peace.”
So here are 5 steps that you can use:
1. When in an extreme negative state of feeling, ask…”What am I saying to myself right now?” Get clear on the thought or belief that you hold about yourself, others, or the situation in mind.
2. Ask – “Can I be absolutely certain that what I believe is true? How do I know?” Does what you are thinking actually line up with the Word of God? If not, what should you change? Again, if it’s the truth that sets you free, it’s a lie that holds you captive. What's the lie at the root of this? Is there a subtle insinuation that “You are not enough?” or “You will not be loved?” or “You will lose something you value”? How do you know this is true?
3. Does this thought or attitude serve your ultimate best interests? Does it make you happy, calm, and fulfilled?
4. Does this attitude or belief get you more of what you want, need, and deserve? Is it taking you into your desired future, or is it leading you into circumstances that you don't want?
5. MY FAVORITE STEP…… Since we all pretty much create our own meaning for things, what could you come up with as a new meaning for this situation? What new attitude or new belief could you create that would make this an exciting and positive experience for you?
THIS last step is the practice of “Over-comers”! They work with the problem until they unearth the empowering belief that re-frames it.
As the researcher Napoleon Hill discovered, every adversity carries within it the seeds of an equivalent or GREATER benefit of SUCCESS.
Lance Wallnau
As always, you teach us where the rubber meets the road in our daily
walk. Again we praise The Lord for His ministry through you, and thank
you for your relationship with Him, that keeps you hearing what He would say to His people
Thankyou Lance , trying to come off anti depresssants @ the moment & each day is a struggle , when I read your inspiring messages I stop & think “what the is going on inside my head” Think Positive !!!
YES !
I used this to resolve a “pity party” and it did the trick in a hurry! Great list. You can be sure I am going to post this on my fridge! I love the teachings you are giving…heep them coming.
I find Philemon 1:6 a very powerful scripture and helpful in transforming my mind and building up my inner man by
“Acknowledging every good thing that is in you in Christ.”
As always Lance you leave me with lot’s to think about. Thank you
Thank you Lance. Your wisdom that you share here is not found anywhere else. So glad that your on our team (God’s team!) lol. Very blessed to have you as part of the body, and I learn so much from every one of these posts. I will make sure I re-frame my mind everytime I get a negative thought…
You are very kind. Thank you!
that is very true and we need to mindful they way how we think and talk to our-self otherwise this is what is killing us a lot
Hi Lance, yes, we can’t hear this too much, to constantly be assessing where are thoughts are coming from. That warfare is hugely important….
I am wondering how you handle thoughts when you wake up? I would love to hear your suggestions and other people’s suggestions., I am someone who is a pokey waker-upper, and I usually wake up quite fuzzy, getting my bearings. And honestly, sometimes with “garlic of the soul”, a la The Grinch! I never feel right until I read my Bible in the morning. But in the moments between waking up, and getting my coffee and going to my Bible…….are there confessions that you are making?……or verses?….or speaking forth positive comments? I would love to know how others do it, to start the day off on a positive path, looking at the Lord. !!!!!! 🙂
Ha! My wife brings me coffee…. when i’m home.
Can not say it enough how I appreciate the posts. Very timely. Thx for taking the time to share