THINK ON THESE THINGS

3/22/2026

“Finally, brethren, 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… And the God of peace will be with you.” — Philippians 4:8–9

Have you ever wondered why you sometimes feel drained or listless?

It could mean one of two things. First, it may be that God is about to usher you into a new season, and the enemy is working hard to prevent you from stepping into it. The second possibility—which is my focus in today’s devotional—is that you have been focusing on negative possibilities about someone or something.

The truth is, your life, energy, and inspiration will always move in the direction of your thoughts. What you consistently think on will eventually shape your attitude, your decisions, and ultimately your reality. That is why God places such importance on what occupies your mind.

Proverbs 4:23 says, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”

In our opening scripture, we are given a divine filter for our thoughts. This means not everything deserves your attention. Not every thought should be entertained. You must be intentional about what you allow into your mind. If it is not true, pure, or aligned with God’s Word, it should not have a place in your thinking.

Negative thoughts, fear, worry, and anxiety may try to invade your mind, but you have the authority to reject them. Replace them with thoughts that are rooted in truth and filled with hope. Meditate on God’s Word. Think on His promises. Focus on His goodness.

Verse 9 goes a step further—it’s not just about thinking right, but also about living right. When your thoughts align with God’s truth and your actions follow, the result is powerful: the God of peace will be with you. In other words, you will experience the manifest presence of God’s peace in and around you.

Saints, I say to you today: guard your mind. Be intentional about your thoughts. Choose to dwell on what builds you up and glorifies God.

Faith-Filled Confession:

My mind is governed by the Word of God. I think on what is true, pure, and praiseworthy. I reject every negative and contrary thought. The peace of God fills my heart and mind, and my life reflects His truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.