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The Key to Overcoming Negative Thoughts

The key to overcoming negative thoughts isn’t positive self-talk, being a good person, doing enough good deeds, trivializing our mistakes, or finding a good self-help book. The key is remembering God’s unstoppable and unending love for us.

Worries, insecurities, and shame might still show up in our minds, but they lose their power in comparison to God’s affirmation of our identity as His beloved children.

Of course it’s not always easy to let God’s truth transform our attitudes. It takes time for our identity in Christ to drive out nagging negative thought patterns. But prayer and positive people can help us take daily steps toward a healthy mindset. That’s why it’s wise to ask for help.

Don’t Fight Alone

Negative thoughts thrive in the dark. So let’s stop hiding! It might feel awkward or scary to show vulnerability, but it’s better to bring your negative thoughts into the light.

Don’t struggle alone. Find someone you can talk to about your negative feelings. To start, you might consider filling out an online prayer request (link below). But don’t stop there. Find a mentor, pastor, or counselor who can help you process your negative thoughts.

Try This Prayer

Dear God, thank You for intricately forming me. Rid my mind of self-doubt and discontentment. I am Your unique design. I am known. I am a fearfully and wonderfully made masterpiece! Teach me to embrace this truth and rest confidently in You. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Challenge: Choose vulnerability this week. An easy place to start is by filling out an online prayer request. When you do, the Life.Church prayer team will pray for you and reach out to provide spiritual support.

For more on how to overcome negative thoughts, check out these two articles from Finds that supplied content for this Bible Plan:

• These 7 Prayers Can Help You Overcome Negative Thoughts
• 3 Reminders From Jesus to Help You Let Go of Shame