Hold Fast Apologetics

Whose words are we listening to, (even in the still moments of the day)?

Friends, it is not ‘overthinking’ that is our problem. Instead, what stirs up our emotions and creates anxiety, is “wrong thinking.”

Meditating upon our own understanding of events (no matter how reasonable those thoughts might seem), as well as allowing our imagination to run wild — often creates anxiety, bitterness, and confusion.

⁵ “Trust in the Lord with all your heart,
    and do not lean on your own understanding.
⁶ In all your ways acknowledge him,
    and he will make straight your paths.”

Proverbs 3:5-6

“Right thinking” comes from God. Right thinking comes from following His heart instead of our own. God is both our straightedge for accurate thinking (Ps 119:105; Ro 12:1-2; 2 Tim 3:15-17) and our compass. We need His guidance and instruction in all areas of life (Psalm 139:23-24 & Pr 3:5-6).

“The Word of God I think of as a straight edge, which shows up our own crookedness. We can’t really tell how crooked our thinking is until we line it up with the straight edge of Scripture.”

Elisabeth Elliot

Friends, instead of following the words of your heart (looking in), turn your mind to Him. The Holy Spirit will never contradict Scripture. His words will provide you light for traversing this path, each and every day!

I will lead you (Prov. 3).
I will give you rest (Matt 11).
My grace is sufficient (2 Cor 12).
I love you (John 3; 1 John 4).
I’m in complete control (Ro 8).
I give you peace (2 Tim 1).
I am with you (Hebrews 13).
I will be your strength (Phil 4).