Think on These Things
10/29/2025
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
- Philippians 4:8 (NIV)
Paul’s words in Philippians 4:8 are a call to mental discipline and spiritual focus. In a world filled with noise, negativity, and distraction, this verse stands as a filter for our thoughts. It’s as if Paul hands us a checklist for the mind, an invitation to focus on what aligns with the heart of God.
Imagine walking through a crowded marketplace, filled with voices shouting for your attention. Some are selling truth, others deceit. Some promote beauty, others bitterness. Philippians 4:8 is like a map that helps you navigate that crowd, guiding you toward what is life-giving and away from what is soul-draining.
Our thoughts shape our attitudes, and our attitudes shape our actions. When we dwell on what is true instead of rumors, noble instead of petty, right instead of convenient, pure instead of polluted, lovely instead of hateful, admirable instead of scandalous, our inner world begins to reflect the Kingdom of God.
I have a friend who once told me she begins each morning by writing down one thing from each of Paul’s categories, something true, something lovely, something praiseworthy. Over time, she found her anxiety shrinking and her joy increasing. Her perspective changed because her focus changed.
Action Steps:
1. Write down one thought today that fits each of Paul’s categories.
2. Guard what you allow into your mind, what you read, watch, and listen to.
3. When negative thoughts arise, replace them with something from this list.
Challenge for Today:
Before the day ends, speak aloud one “lovely” and one “praiseworthy” thing about your life or someone else’s. Let your words be the overflow of a renewed mind.
Prayer:
Lord, teach me to fix my mind on things that honor You. Help me filter my thoughts through the lens of truth, purity, and grace. May my inner life reflect the peace and beauty of Your Kingdom. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Pastor Jeff
#LoveGod #LovePeople #FindFreedom #FindYourDesign
“Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”
- Philippians 4:8 (NIV)
Paul’s words in Philippians 4:8 are a call to mental discipline and spiritual focus. In a world filled with noise, negativity, and distraction, this verse stands as a filter for our thoughts. It’s as if Paul hands us a checklist for the mind, an invitation to focus on what aligns with the heart of God.
Imagine walking through a crowded marketplace, filled with voices shouting for your attention. Some are selling truth, others deceit. Some promote beauty, others bitterness. Philippians 4:8 is like a map that helps you navigate that crowd, guiding you toward what is life-giving and away from what is soul-draining.
Our thoughts shape our attitudes, and our attitudes shape our actions. When we dwell on what is true instead of rumors, noble instead of petty, right instead of convenient, pure instead of polluted, lovely instead of hateful, admirable instead of scandalous, our inner world begins to reflect the Kingdom of God.
I have a friend who once told me she begins each morning by writing down one thing from each of Paul’s categories, something true, something lovely, something praiseworthy. Over time, she found her anxiety shrinking and her joy increasing. Her perspective changed because her focus changed.
Action Steps:
1. Write down one thought today that fits each of Paul’s categories.
2. Guard what you allow into your mind, what you read, watch, and listen to.
3. When negative thoughts arise, replace them with something from this list.
Challenge for Today:
Before the day ends, speak aloud one “lovely” and one “praiseworthy” thing about your life or someone else’s. Let your words be the overflow of a renewed mind.
Prayer:
Lord, teach me to fix my mind on things that honor You. Help me filter my thoughts through the lens of truth, purity, and grace. May my inner life reflect the peace and beauty of Your Kingdom. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Pastor Jeff
#LoveGod #LovePeople #FindFreedom #FindYourDesign
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