The Bible has no phrase for negative thoughts, but it tells believers what to dwell on and how to answer a downcast mind. Paul points to whatever is true and noble (Philippians 4:8) and to a mind renewed (Romans 12:2). The psalmists question their own downcast souls (Psalm 42:5) and ask God to test their anxious thoughts (Psalm 139:23-24). Jesus tells his hearers not to worry about tomorrow (Matthew 6:34). Two of the verses have other settings: 2 Corinthians 10:5…
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