For example, if you are trying to conquer worry, an intense focus on stopping yourself from worrying can be almost as bad as worrying itself. Instead of fighting, it may be better to surrender - to God.
I found this helpful, so I decided to pass it on.
Our natural inclination is to simply quote Scripture back to God as a mental or intellectual exercise. This will rob us of the riches of God’s wisdom and the joy of His fellowship. Therefore, we must bring the mind under the control of God’s Spirit with a definite act of the will.
Thus, it would be wise to pray, “Heavenly Father, right now I do place my mind under the control of Your Holy Spirit and the authority of Your Word.” With this prayer, you have just taken a giant step toward daily success.
- Bill Gothard
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