Think Like a Winner: Overcoming Negative Thinking with God's Word for Abundant Living

"For as a man thinketh in his heart, so is he" (Proverbs 23:7). Our thinking sets the course for our lives. If we find that we are not living the abundant life that Jesus died to give us, we must examine our thought life. In order to prosper God's way, our thoughts must agree with his word. The words we are exposed to on a daily basis have a huge impact on our thinking, and the condition of our minds determines the condition of our lives. Therefore, as believers, we must go through the process of renewing our minds with the word of God. Then, when we have thoughts that do not line up with God's word, we can replace them with word-based thoughts (2 Corinthians 10:5).

It is the will of God for us to prosper in every way, from our health and finances to our relationships and jobs. Every area of our lives should be an expression of abundant life. However, we prosper to the degree that our souls prosper (3 John 2). The soul is where the mind, will, and emotions reside. The mind is the primary area that Satan attacks because it is the control center of our lives. Satan's attacks consist of words and images that oppose God's word. He wants us to doubt God and fear that his promises will never come to pass. However, we have the power to transform our lives. Romans 12:2 says, "Be not be conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God."

Transformation comes when we allow God's word to change our thinking. Many believers wonder why their lives have not changed since they've been saved. The problem lies within their thinking. Many of us have nourished mindsets that oppose the word for years, and as a result, our old nature is stronger than our regenerated spirits. In order for change to occur, we must begin to nourish godly thoughts by consistently meditating on the word. Keep in mind that change does not occur overnight; it is a process during which we must refuse to become frustrated. When we remain committed to the transformation process, we will begin to see changes take place. Change is a lifetime endeavor, not a one-time event. My prayer is that you will continue to conform to the image of Christ by renewing your mind with God's word on a daily basis, so that you can truly know his good and perfect will for your life. Scripture References: Proverbs 23:7, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 3 John 2, Romans 12:2