About This Blog

My blog shares my recovery journey from childhood abuse to living with mental illness. I've been involved in twelve step groups and therapy since 1982. I accepted Jesus as my Savior in 1988. To the best of my ability, I have followed where He wants me to go and what He wants me to do. Maybe you'll find the hope and strength you need through what I write. Maybe you want to stop hurting yourself. Maybe you have a friend who needs help and can benefit from my story. I was newly disabled when I asked God this question: "What do you want me to do with my life?" I closed my eyes and paused for a few moments to still my mind. This is what I sensed from Him: "Amy, I want you to write your story to bring hope and healing to those who are still suffering." And that's exactly what I am doing!

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

Renew My Mind

Lord, renew my mind.

For so many years my mind has been filled with junk.  Lies, false beliefs, boxes of doubt and negative thoughts.  Fortunately, when all of it was brought to the forefront, I decided to try and make all things new.

The Bible says, "We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ."  2 Cor 10:5 (NIV)

 I like the last part of this verse.  When I take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ, I'm opening myself up to positive change and a new way of thinking.  This helps especially when I am feeling down or by myself.

 The challenge in this process is being able to put aside thoughts until I can bring them before Christ.  Some situations don't allow for immediate submission.  Thankfully, God knows my heart and is delighted in my passion to have my mind renewed.  He'll hang onto it until I'm ready.

 What thoughts do you need to have renewed today?  Write them down and bring them before the Lord.  Then expect good things to happen!