I make a mistake. I tell myself:
“Oops!”
“That was dumb.”
“I can’t do anything right.”
My self-talk drags me down, moving from a statement of fact to a declaration of hopelessness. The Bible offers a different approach:
1 Thessalonians 5:11 (NIV)
Therefore encourage one another
and build each other up …
And why not start by encouraging myself?
Good morning, Lord. I can speak despair or encouragement to myself. Teach me to choose well. I want my own words to reflect Your Word, to build me up, to align my self-talk with Your glorious plan.
I sure do struggle with negative self talk and have really been convicted about it. I heard a podcast by Jennifer Rothschild where she interviewed Max Lucado. Wow! I’ve now read both of their
oooks for some verses and practical helps with this.
Me, Myself and Lies Jennifer Rothschild
Tame Your Thoughts Max Lucado
Thank you for the reminder this mofning. Blessings on your day.
I’m honored to be counted alongside Jennifer and Max, thank you.
I have just found you while reading Proverbs 31’s daily inspiration.
I’m so glad you found me, Susan. Welcome!