Good Morning Everyone!
I have a scripture for you today. It is Philippians 4:8:
"Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." (KJV)
Have you ever thought about why it is so important for us to think in this way? Philippians 4:8 was not revealed to us simply as a mere suggestion. In fact, all of the scriptures are for instruction and wise counsel to us (2 Timothy 3:16) because they bring life and healing in some way when we receive them into our hearts and act upon them.
The other day, I "happened" upon a Christian talk show where Dr. Caroline Leaf was being interviewed. Dr. Leaf is a Christian and Neuroscience Communication Pathologist from South Africa (http://drleaf.com/about.php). She has spent many years studying the science of thought and brain patterns as it relates to thinking. During her interview, she said that it is proven scientifically that when a person thinks good and happy thoughts, their brain patterns are healthy and the brain sends signals to produce healing chemicals to send throughout the body. But when a person thinks negative and unkind thoughts, scientifically the brain shows the development of inflammation which can then spread to other parts of the body. Secular medical physicians will tell you that inflammation is the major cause of many illnesses (e.g. arthritis, bronchitis, asthma, etc.).
Our Heavenly Daddy gave us Philippians 4:8 long before medical science caught up to confirm its health benefits. He loves us so much and He knows exactly what we need in order to have a long, healthy and abundant life while on this earth. Doesn't it make you want to search out more of His good and wise instructions?
God bless you today!
Pastor Sandy
