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Apr 2023
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59. More thoughts on thoughts

CHRISTIAN
About this episode

In this episode we return to the topic of our thoughts and the emotions that flow from them. We see how our minds are like raging rivers that can sweep us away or can be harnessed and used biblically and constructively.

Other episodes referenced in this one:

7. Meditating on the Scriptures, part 1
26. Taking thoughts captive 101
33. Do not be anxious
44. The renewal of our minds
49. If we don't control our thoughts, they will control us
54. How to respond to pressure and stress
57. It's all about knowing Him

Scriptures used:

Matthew 4:4
2 Timothy 3:16
Isaiah 26:3
Philippians 4:6-9
Romans 12:1-2
Matthew 6:34
Psalm 119:92
Psalm 42:11
Psalm 27:13-14
Psalm 62:5-6
Psalm 56:3-4
Psalm 1:1-3
Psalm 119:18
Proverbs 15:23
Isaiah 50:4

**CORRECTIONS/CLARIFICATIONS**

When I quoted Matthew 4:4 I said, "Man does not live by bread alone..." The actual quote is "Man shall not live by bread alone..."

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