Why Thoughts are Important?
Strong's Greek: 3540. νόημα (noéma) -- Thought, mind, purpose, …
In classical usage νοήματα denoted both thoughts and plots. Corinth’s mix of oratory, philosophy, and occult practice heightened the relevance of Paul’s term.[1]
STRONGS NT
3540: νόημα a
mental perception, Thayer's Greek Lexicon
that which thinks, the mind: plural (where the minds of many are referred to), 2 Corinthians 3:14; 2 Corinthians 4:4, and perhaps (2 Corinthians 11:3); Philippians 4:7, for here the word may mean thoughts and purposes; (others would so take it also in all the examples cited under this head (cf. καύχημα, 2)).
Neuroscience studies have shown repeatedly, when we focus on good, our brains literally rewires itself to look for more good. This is called neuroplasticity. This is not motivation but indeed science connected to our nervous system.
Our brains are consistently rewiring itself, through a process called neuroplasticity. Each time when we focus on something stress, fear, gratitude, hope, and goodness, we strengthen the neural pathways, connected to that thought.
And be not conformed to this world: but be ye
transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good,
and acceptable, and perfect, will of God;
Rom. 12: 2.
The
above word of God is very powerful for our mind. Heart and brain thinks, billions
of neurotransmitters are connected and knitted in a way between our heart and
the brain. When we focus on negative, our brains get better in finding what is wrong! When we focus on positive,
our brain literally rewires itself, to seek out for more good. Practicing to be
mindful of good things, intentionally, with gratitude, with faith and hope are
very powerful. We have to remember that we are fearfully and wonderfully made
by our Creator;
For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb. I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well;
Psa. 139: 13-14.
“All my postures, gestures, practices…whether I sit, stand, walk, lie; thou searchest and knowest all. Some search, but know not; thou dost both.” (Trapp)
Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising,
thou understandest my thought afar off;
Psa. 139: 2.
“Divine knowledge is perfect, since not a single word is unknown, nay, not even an unspoken word, and each one is ‘altogether’ or wholly known.” (Spurgeon)
“Any small thoughts that we may have of God are
magnificently transcended by this psalm; yet for all its height and depth it
remains intensely personal from first to last.” (Kidner)
When we determine
to do it, this activates the neuro circuit links towards calmness, clarity, and emotional
balance. They do wonders like shrinking the pathways associated with anxiety
and overthinking. They can make our brains resilient to stress.
Well trained mind always look for opportunities to flourish, and move forward instead of threats, and thinking about all the painful pasts. We have to remember that our thoughts are not harmless, but they are instructions to our brain. A thought when we repeat they become stronger. We have to make a choice….. Which neural pathway do we want to choose? Remember this; the one we choose becomes stronger.
King David, the psalmist wrote this psalter 139 and he reflects on his personal experiences and appeals to God for his innocence in times of reproach and false accusations.
“He is not alarmed at the fact that God knows all about him; on the contrary, he is comforted, and even feels himself to be enriched, as with a casket of precious jewels. That God should think upon him is the believer’s treasure and pleasure.” (Spurgeon)
The word hedge Biblically means it is a barrier for protection. When we remember the word of God, that He knows all my words, should bring a godly reverence about what we speak. This Divine knowledge is very personal, active, comprehensive and humans can revel in His Omniscience for ever. His constant presence and care should break us to pangs of admiration and adoration for creating us. The greatest awe should be that in this vile body God has placed the soul, excellently framed, both for beauty and for good use. He is the lover of our souls, and He cares for our souls. Aren’t we responsible for our soul?
“Thoughts such as are natural to the Creator, the Preserver, the Redeemer, the Father, the Friend, are evermore flowing from the heart of the Lord. Thoughts of our pardon, renewal, upholding, supplying, educating, perfecting, and a thousand more kinds perpetually well up in the mind of the Most High.” (Spurgeon)
If one is in Christ, many good things can
affect people around us. People do not generally mirror your words, but they mirror
your energy and emotions. Our tone, eyes, and silence speaks volume. Energy and
emotions are the language of our nervous system, and this speaks very fluently.
People wanted to have what you have in Christ, and we believers are walking
testament.
