Title
Fix Thoughts Mandarin 调整你的思想
Date
06/21/2026
Description
1. Romans 15:13
Now may God, the fountain of hope, fill you to overflowing with uncontainable joy and perfect peace as you trust in him. And may the power of the Holy Spirit continually surround your life with his super-abundance until you radiate with hope!
但愿使人有盼望的神，因信将诸般的喜乐平安充满你们的心，使你们借着圣灵的能力大有盼望。
2. Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. 弟兄们，我还有未尽的话：凡是真实的、可敬的、公义的、清洁的、可爱的、有美名的，若有什么德行，若有什么称赞，这些事你们都要思念。
3. Hebrews 12:2
Let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, on whom our faith depends from beginning to end.
仰望为我们信心创始成终的耶稣。
4. Ephesians 4:23
And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind.
又要将你们的心志改换一新。
5. Psalm 62:5-6
My soul, wait silently for God, for my hope is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my refuge; I shall not be moved.
我的心哪，你当默默无声，专等候神，因为我的盼望是从他而来。惟独他是我的磐石，我的拯救；他是我的高台，我必不动摇。
6. Psalm 4:8
In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety.
我必安然躺下睡觉，因为独有你耶和华使我安然居住。
Now may God, the fountain of hope, fill you to overflowing with uncontainable joy and perfect peace as you trust in him. And may the power of the Holy Spirit continually surround your life with his super-abundance until you radiate with hope!
但愿使人有盼望的神，因信将诸般的喜乐平安充满你们的心，使你们借着圣灵的能力大有盼望。
2. Philippians 4:8
Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. 弟兄们，我还有未尽的话：凡是真实的、可敬的、公义的、清洁的、可爱的、有美名的，若有什么德行，若有什么称赞，这些事你们都要思念。
3. Hebrews 12:2
Let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, on whom our faith depends from beginning to end.
仰望为我们信心创始成终的耶稣。
4. Ephesians 4:23
And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind.
又要将你们的心志改换一新。
5. Psalm 62:5-6
My soul, wait silently for God, for my hope is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my refuge; I shall not be moved.
我的心哪，你当默默无声，专等候神，因为我的盼望是从他而来。惟独他是我的磐石，我的拯救；他是我的高台，我必不动摇。
6. Psalm 4:8
In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety.
我必安然躺下睡觉，因为独有你耶和华使我安然居住。
Creator
Pastor: Mike Koger
Contributor
Hillside United Methodist Church
3737 US 80
Phenix City AL 36870
United States
3737 US 80
Phenix City AL 36870
United States
Transcription
FIX YOUR THOUGHTS
Romans 15:13
When you have something of value to share, you are obliged to share it.
Not everyone will receive it, but that is not your responsibility.
I have been studying and hopefully applying a lot of health and wellness information.
How I wish I could have learned some of these things much earlier in life.
I have learned a great deal throughout this personal healing journey, while recognizing that I still have much more to learn.
Even as I learned the importance of healthy eating, exercise, controlled breathing, rest, and self-care, for me, the biggest challenge I faced was learning how to let go.
Learning how to shut down. Learning how to allow my system to unwind.
I've basically had to work on resetting my nervous system. (I only tell you these things because maybe some of you need this same information)
The journey toward healing often begins with something very simple:
Like: Learning to Slow Down.
Today I want to share something that is both scriptural and scientific.
The Word of God does not need science to agree with it. But when science agrees with Scripture, it may further validate things we already know are true.
The Bible tells us: "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." (Philippians 4:8)
Neuroscience tells us that what we consistently focus on influences the chemicals that our brains produce.
Thoughts accompanied by emotion create corresponding responses throughout the body.
God knew this long before neuroscience existed.
That is why Scripture repeatedly calls us to direct our attention toward truth, hope, goodness, and God's presence.
Fill your minds with thoughts about good things.
Think about things that are true, clean, right, and lovely.
Fixing our minds on good things means we are not fixated on fearful things.
We are not controlled by fear.
Whatever consistently holds our attention begins to shape our experience.
If our attention is continually fixed on problems, uncertainty, and worst-case scenarios, our minds and bodies begin responding as though danger is always present.
But when our attention is fixed on Christ, something begins to change.
Peace. Hope. A Realistic Perspective.
We remember that our circumstances are not our source.
God is our source.
Hebrews 12:2 "Let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, on whom our faith depends from beginning to end."
Life moves quickly for all of us. As we run, we must always look toward Jesus.
Fixing our eyes on Jesus means continually centering our thoughts, actions, and priorities on Him rather than on circumstances and distractions.
What we become most aware of often becomes our experience.
Romans 15:13 "Now may God, the fountain of hope, fill you to overflowing with uncontainable joy and perfect peace as you trust in him. And may the power of the Holy Spirit continually surround your life with his super-abundance until you radiate with hope!"
But what happens when our thoughts are filled with fear? Panic? Uncertainty?
This is where renewal becomes necessary. We have to rewire so we can refire.
REWIRE PHASE: (Unlearning & Resetting)
Romans 6:14 "Remember this: sin will not conquer you, for God already has! You are not governed by law but governed by the reign of the grace of God."
Sometimes we remain in bondage because we continue believing old stories that God has already set us free from.
We must allow our thinking to be renewed.
Ephesians 4:23 "And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind."
Renewing the mind is a daily process.
It is shifting away from fear-based thinking and aligning ourselves with God's truth.
It is an inward transformation that eventually changes everything else.
"Now it's time to be made new by every revelation that has been given to you."
REFIRE PHASE: NEW ALIGNMENT Igniting Your New Purpose (New Alignment)
Every day we are either strengthening existing thought patterns or creating new ones.
We are reinforcing fear or reinforcing faith.
God told Israel: "Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds." Deut 11:18
Augustine famously said: "Our hearts are restless until they rest in You."
Healing and restoration often begin when we stop striving and start resting in God.
Peace becomes the soil where healing can grow.
God created our bodies with an amazing capacity to heal and restore themselves.
One of the ways He designed us for healing is through the gift of breath.
In Genesis we are told that God breathed the breath of life into humanity.
Breath is more than a physical necessity. It is a reminder of God's life flowing within us.
When we are anxious, fearful, or overwhelmed, our breathing often becomes shallow. Our bodies shift into what is commonly called "fight or flight."
This is called the sympathetic nervous system. It is a God-given survival mechanism designed to protect us in moments of danger.
But most of the threats we face today are not “life-threatening.”
They are deadlines. Bills. Schedules. Relationships. Expectations.
The problem is that if we do not learn to discern the difference between a real crisis and an imagined one, we can remain stuck in a constant state of fight or flight.
It is like revving the engine of a car. At first it seems harmless.
But eventually something begins to wear down.
When we pause, breathe deeply, and allow ourselves to relax, we help bring the body back into balance.
We give ourselves permission to let go of the struggle for a moment and rest in God's care.
Do you ever find it hard to settle down at night?
Psalm 4:8: "In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety."
The parasympathetic nervous system essentially sends a message throughout the body: "You are safe."
How beautiful that Scripture has been saying the same thing all along.
"Dwell in safety."
Jesus said: "Remain in Me."
The next step is stillness. "Be still and know that I am God."
Stillness is not doing nothing. Stillness is becoming aware.
Aware of God's presence. Aware that we are loved. Aware that we are held.
Aware that we are not carrying life alone.
When we move from fear toward peace, the body no longer has to remain on constant alert. Instead, it can devote its energy toward restoration and healing. True Rest
This is one reason prayer, deep breathing, quiet reflection, and trust in God are such powerful parts of the healing journey.
Your body is not your enemy. Most of the time it is doing its best to protect you.
As you learn to breathe deeply, embrace stillness, and place your trust in God, you create an environment where healing can flourish.
Psalm 62:5-6 says: "My soul, wait silently for God, for my hope is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my refuge; I shall not be moved."
( ) For a moment, let your heart become still before the Lord.
Take a slow breath. Remember that God is with you.
Trust that His healing work is already underway.
Sometimes the greatest step forward is simply returning to stillness.
Wrapping this up: Romans 15:13 (today’s scripture): "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit"
Are you ready for God to do something new in your life?
Eph 3:20 reminds us that God is “able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think.”
Perhaps the next step is simply becoming open to what God wants to do.
St Benedict taught a Prayer Form called: Lectio Divina – Divine Reading
When we get quiet enough – God can speak to us.
“Let go – and make room for new things.”
Before we come to the Lord's Table, I invite you to become still.
Take a slow breath. And another.
Listen to these words from Psalm 62: "My soul, wait silently for God, for my hope is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my refuge; I shall not be moved."
What word or phrase stands out to you? (Pause)
Listen once more. "My soul, wait silently for God, for my hope is from Him."
What might God be inviting you to release today? ( )
Fear? Control? Worry? A burden you have been carrying alone?
(Pause)
Now simply rest. No striving. No fixing. No performing.
Just resting in the Presence of the One Who loves you.
(Long Pause) Hear these words: "You are safe in Me."
Jesus says, "Remain in Me." "My peace I give to you."
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives.
Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
HOLY COMMUNION
Today we have spoken about fixing our thoughts, renewing our minds, slowing down, breathing deeply, and resting in God's presence.
But peace is not ultimately a technique. Peace is a Person. Jesus Christ.
Eph 2:14: “For Christ himself has brought peace to us. “
We do not find peace by trying harder. We find peace by drawing nearer.
Nearer to Christ. Nearer to His presence. Nearer to His grace.
"The Word became flesh and dwelt among us."
At this table we remember that Christ has come near.
He invites us to remain in Him.
And as we receive these gifts, may we also receive His peace.
Amen.
Romans 15:13
When you have something of value to share, you are obliged to share it.
Not everyone will receive it, but that is not your responsibility.
I have been studying and hopefully applying a lot of health and wellness information.
How I wish I could have learned some of these things much earlier in life.
I have learned a great deal throughout this personal healing journey, while recognizing that I still have much more to learn.
Even as I learned the importance of healthy eating, exercise, controlled breathing, rest, and self-care, for me, the biggest challenge I faced was learning how to let go.
Learning how to shut down. Learning how to allow my system to unwind.
I've basically had to work on resetting my nervous system. (I only tell you these things because maybe some of you need this same information)
The journey toward healing often begins with something very simple:
Like: Learning to Slow Down.
Today I want to share something that is both scriptural and scientific.
The Word of God does not need science to agree with it. But when science agrees with Scripture, it may further validate things we already know are true.
The Bible tells us: "Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things." (Philippians 4:8)
Neuroscience tells us that what we consistently focus on influences the chemicals that our brains produce.
Thoughts accompanied by emotion create corresponding responses throughout the body.
God knew this long before neuroscience existed.
That is why Scripture repeatedly calls us to direct our attention toward truth, hope, goodness, and God's presence.
Fill your minds with thoughts about good things.
Think about things that are true, clean, right, and lovely.
Fixing our minds on good things means we are not fixated on fearful things.
We are not controlled by fear.
Whatever consistently holds our attention begins to shape our experience.
If our attention is continually fixed on problems, uncertainty, and worst-case scenarios, our minds and bodies begin responding as though danger is always present.
But when our attention is fixed on Christ, something begins to change.
Peace. Hope. A Realistic Perspective.
We remember that our circumstances are not our source.
God is our source.
Hebrews 12:2 "Let us keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, on whom our faith depends from beginning to end."
Life moves quickly for all of us. As we run, we must always look toward Jesus.
Fixing our eyes on Jesus means continually centering our thoughts, actions, and priorities on Him rather than on circumstances and distractions.
What we become most aware of often becomes our experience.
Romans 15:13 "Now may God, the fountain of hope, fill you to overflowing with uncontainable joy and perfect peace as you trust in him. And may the power of the Holy Spirit continually surround your life with his super-abundance until you radiate with hope!"
But what happens when our thoughts are filled with fear? Panic? Uncertainty?
This is where renewal becomes necessary. We have to rewire so we can refire.
REWIRE PHASE: (Unlearning & Resetting)
Romans 6:14 "Remember this: sin will not conquer you, for God already has! You are not governed by law but governed by the reign of the grace of God."
Sometimes we remain in bondage because we continue believing old stories that God has already set us free from.
We must allow our thinking to be renewed.
Ephesians 4:23 "And be constantly renewed in the spirit of your mind."
Renewing the mind is a daily process.
It is shifting away from fear-based thinking and aligning ourselves with God's truth.
It is an inward transformation that eventually changes everything else.
"Now it's time to be made new by every revelation that has been given to you."
REFIRE PHASE: NEW ALIGNMENT Igniting Your New Purpose (New Alignment)
Every day we are either strengthening existing thought patterns or creating new ones.
We are reinforcing fear or reinforcing faith.
God told Israel: "Fix these words of mine in your hearts and minds." Deut 11:18
Augustine famously said: "Our hearts are restless until they rest in You."
Healing and restoration often begin when we stop striving and start resting in God.
Peace becomes the soil where healing can grow.
God created our bodies with an amazing capacity to heal and restore themselves.
One of the ways He designed us for healing is through the gift of breath.
In Genesis we are told that God breathed the breath of life into humanity.
Breath is more than a physical necessity. It is a reminder of God's life flowing within us.
When we are anxious, fearful, or overwhelmed, our breathing often becomes shallow. Our bodies shift into what is commonly called "fight or flight."
This is called the sympathetic nervous system. It is a God-given survival mechanism designed to protect us in moments of danger.
But most of the threats we face today are not “life-threatening.”
They are deadlines. Bills. Schedules. Relationships. Expectations.
The problem is that if we do not learn to discern the difference between a real crisis and an imagined one, we can remain stuck in a constant state of fight or flight.
It is like revving the engine of a car. At first it seems harmless.
But eventually something begins to wear down.
When we pause, breathe deeply, and allow ourselves to relax, we help bring the body back into balance.
We give ourselves permission to let go of the struggle for a moment and rest in God's care.
Do you ever find it hard to settle down at night?
Psalm 4:8: "In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, LORD, make me dwell in safety."
The parasympathetic nervous system essentially sends a message throughout the body: "You are safe."
How beautiful that Scripture has been saying the same thing all along.
"Dwell in safety."
Jesus said: "Remain in Me."
The next step is stillness. "Be still and know that I am God."
Stillness is not doing nothing. Stillness is becoming aware.
Aware of God's presence. Aware that we are loved. Aware that we are held.
Aware that we are not carrying life alone.
When we move from fear toward peace, the body no longer has to remain on constant alert. Instead, it can devote its energy toward restoration and healing. True Rest
This is one reason prayer, deep breathing, quiet reflection, and trust in God are such powerful parts of the healing journey.
Your body is not your enemy. Most of the time it is doing its best to protect you.
As you learn to breathe deeply, embrace stillness, and place your trust in God, you create an environment where healing can flourish.
Psalm 62:5-6 says: "My soul, wait silently for God, for my hope is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my refuge; I shall not be moved."
( ) For a moment, let your heart become still before the Lord.
Take a slow breath. Remember that God is with you.
Trust that His healing work is already underway.
Sometimes the greatest step forward is simply returning to stillness.
Wrapping this up: Romans 15:13 (today’s scripture): "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit"
Are you ready for God to do something new in your life?
Eph 3:20 reminds us that God is “able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think.”
Perhaps the next step is simply becoming open to what God wants to do.
St Benedict taught a Prayer Form called: Lectio Divina – Divine Reading
When we get quiet enough – God can speak to us.
“Let go – and make room for new things.”
Before we come to the Lord's Table, I invite you to become still.
Take a slow breath. And another.
Listen to these words from Psalm 62: "My soul, wait silently for God, for my hope is from Him. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my refuge; I shall not be moved."
What word or phrase stands out to you? (Pause)
Listen once more. "My soul, wait silently for God, for my hope is from Him."
What might God be inviting you to release today? ( )
Fear? Control? Worry? A burden you have been carrying alone?
(Pause)
Now simply rest. No striving. No fixing. No performing.
Just resting in the Presence of the One Who loves you.
(Long Pause) Hear these words: "You are safe in Me."
Jesus says, "Remain in Me." "My peace I give to you."
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.
I do not give to you as the world gives.
Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
HOLY COMMUNION
Today we have spoken about fixing our thoughts, renewing our minds, slowing down, breathing deeply, and resting in God's presence.
But peace is not ultimately a technique. Peace is a Person. Jesus Christ.
Eph 2:14: “For Christ himself has brought peace to us. “
We do not find peace by trying harder. We find peace by drawing nearer.
Nearer to Christ. Nearer to His presence. Nearer to His grace.
"The Word became flesh and dwelt among us."
At this table we remember that Christ has come near.
He invites us to remain in Him.
And as we receive these gifts, may we also receive His peace.
Amen.