FOCUS

It is true what I focus my thoughts on is what I usually act on.
Again, referencing Rick Warren's Purpose Driven Life Devotional (August 26,2008) he talks about this.

He hits the nail right on the head when he writes:
"The more you think about something, the stronger it takes hold of you."
"Ignoring a temptation is far more effective than fighting it."
"So when temptation calls you on the phone, don't argue with it, just hang up!"
"Do whatever is necessary to turn your attention to something else."
"To reduce temptation, keep your mind occupied with God's word and other good thoughts."

Hebrews 3:1 NIV
"Fix your thoughts on Jesus."

I heard awhile back when I was suffering with depression to replace a negative thought with a positive one. I guess this applies here. I must I must replace "bad and tempting thoughts" with goood, healthy God thoughts to move away from temptation.

Rick Warren also states:

"Temptation begins by capturing your attention. What gets your attention arouses your emotions. Then your emotions activate your behavior, and you act on what you felt."

How very true is that for me!!!

Thanks Rick for raising my awareness of these things.

Lord, I pray when temptation is before me help me to focus on Jesus.