Dressed in Peace, Not Pressure: Episode 2
Episode #2: Dressed in Peace, Not Pressure
Resources, Quotes, and Scriptures Mentioned:
“Purity is Power.”
John Maxwell - Letting Go to Grow
P(ractice)A(pply)L(ive) Prompts:
Practice meditating on the Word, God’s Truths, Wisdom, daily to clothe your mind in truth. You will find that the more you pay attention to your ‘mental state’ and learn how to be the director of the ‘thoughts you think’, the healthier and wiser you will dress with your clothes. You will get to experience more peace and joy with your body and life.
“Those who love your instructions have great peace and do not stumble.” (Psalm 119:165)Practice saying ‘NO to Pressure’ and ‘YES to Prayer’. Start by working on ‘thinking’ of what you are thankful for, write them down. Do a gratitude journal with your family in the evening before bed. Write down at least things you are thankful for from your day and then write down three things you are looking forward to the next day. The more you ‘pay attention’ to your choices throughout the day, there will be more time to say NO and Yes in healthier and wiser ways. Praying is what we say out loud, write, and think. Prayers are actions. We are putting into motion our thoughts, our mental. Learn more about what it means to ‘express’ your words in a safe environment with safe people and NOT act on the highs and lows. The more you do this you will build your confidence muscle with what is wisest and most beneficial to say ‘NO and YES’ to.
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done.” (Philippians 4:6)Practice Quiet Time, quiet moments, with God before making big decisions. Actually, learn to ‘Always consult God,’ Prov ??. Work on making this a habit, a pattern that will serve you well. The more you do this, the easier it will get and you will reap the rewards of being connected with God throughout your day. A win-win for you and everyone you interact with! You will spread the healthy kind of contagious and infectious behaviors! Your body and life will experience more peace and harmony.
“You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!” (Isaiah 26:3)