What we believe matters. It determines what we think and how we act. If we believe Jesus is who the Bible says He is, it changes everything. But if the Bible is a lie and Jesus is not real, we are in big trouble.
If it is true and Jesus died for our sins, if we really believe it, and accept Him as our Savior…it truly does change everything. It gives us hope for the future. I do not know about you, but I rejoice in the fact that this life is temporary and that we can have hope for eternity – a better home to look forward to.
I know I cannot save myself or anyone else. This world is broken. But God…gave us a remedy to our sinful nature…his name is Jesus. He died on a cross so we could live.
What know that what we eat and choose to feed ourselves will determine our overall health. In the same way, what we feed our minds will determine our mental health. That is why it is so important to be in God’s word everyday. I have had to eat my own words so many times- they are hard to digest. What the world wants to feed us is like poison to our minds. But God’s word is like honey for our souls.
There is a filter found in Scripture that we can use to determine if it something we should think about. Philippians 4:8-9 gives us a list that we use as a guide. “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me- practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you.” (bold added for emphasis) According to the ESV study Bible, “the Philippians are to fill their minds with things that will inspire worship of God and service to others. Beyond having a proper spiritual outlook, the Philippians are to practice what they have seen Paul doing. As they make progress in this way, they will find that it is not simply the peace of God but the God of peace himself who will be with them.” As we see in other areas of Scripture, Paul’s life follows the example of Christ.
If we are thinking about such things that are not true, honorable, just, pure lovely, and commendable, let us choose to not think about them. Let us believe in the truth of God’s word and meditate on them instead of the lies and sinful things the enemy wants us to think about and believe. When we wake up each morning, knowing God is with us, and He is still in control and wants what is best for us, our hearts can be full of joy- no matter the circumstances around us. Believe the only One who is worthy of our praise. The One who created us and loves us and wants a relationship with us.
If we diminish what Jesus did for us on the cross or make Him smaller or less than in our lives- we also diminish our hope of salvation. I for one want to believe it is TRUE. May we see others the way God sees us, through the lens of love. Look in the mirror- it starts with that person…you and me. Do not believe in just anything….believe in the saving grace of Jesus!
When we change our thoughts and what we believe – it changes how we act and our character. To change the world, we need to change the way we think and what we believe. Share the Good News. Jesus is real. God is in control. The Holy Spirit lives in us. Do not let anyone rob you of that truth. Start today. Begin again. Believe in someone higher than yourself. Believe in the truth of God’s word; speak truth with grace and love; let our actions show it by loving God and loving others. That is not just a catchy phrase or bumper sticker…it is a command. The most important command.
Do you believe Jesus died for you? Are you living like you believe it is true?
“Let not your hearts be troubled. Believe in God; believe also in me.” John 14:1
“There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Roman 8:1
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