yielded – Page 45 – Living A Spirit-Led Life

Dealing with depression

Even the bitterest fruit has sugar in it.

– Terry a O’Neal

Some years ago l was depressed. I thought of death more than you think of knocking off during working hours. I was suicidal, I considered the many ways to end my life. It was such a dark place that I started going for counselling. On the first day my therapist said to me “You speak, sit and behave like someone who has been there for herself for a long time and not even tried to allow yourself to be helped” that was so true. I never learned how to share my burdens and so the devil capitalised on that , making sure the yoke is so heavy that it affects my mind.

Theory and research on depression have shown that it is a chronic illness meaning the effects of depression can be long-lasting or recurrent and can dramatically affect a person’s ability to function and live a rewarding life. The medication given to you is to sort of “manage it”. Depression and anxiety never answers to medication. What destroys depression is “words” and not words of a therapist saying “breathe in and out”. No. The word of God.

Many have gone to therapists Including myself and come out with depression after spending monies for the sessions. Im sorry but the truth is, they don’t have the answer. They have psycho management skills. They truly help you to manage the emotional breakdowns and all , thank God for their profession many are still alive because of a decision to visit them however, the word of God is a free tool that works on the renewal of your mind. Your actions depend on your mind. People commit suicide because the mind suggested a way out . It all starts with a thought and the thought triggers feelings. You usually start crying when your mind takes you back to memories of pain.

I am living proof that depression is not chronic to a believer in Christ Jesus. The word of God melts it like it never existed. The word has the answer , the word is the medication to a troubled mind not sad songs or a yoga session . The mind is a dangerous thing to play with. You take away a man’s mind you have taken away his life. So if we allow the devil to play in our minds, we will never live a fruitful life. Keep showing up here , we will learn how to yield our minds to Holy Spirit. There is a way out family. I love you, God loves you! 💞

”Stop imitating the ideals and opinions of the culture around you, but be inwardly transformed by the Holy Spirit through a total reformation of how you think. This will empower you to discern God’s will as you live a beautiful life, satisfying and perfect in his eyes.“Romans‬ ‭12‬:‭2‬ ‭TPT‬‬

The foundation

Careless thinking

”For as he thinks within himself, so is he.
‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭23‬:‭7‬ ‭TPT‬‬

One area of struggle for many believers is the mind. The mind is a seed to our actions and as we know, every seed produces after its kind. There’s no guava seed that produces apples unless it’s either a miracle or demonic . A mango seed produces mangoes. There’s no way my parents could produce a white daughter because they’re both black! I’m their product. Likewise ,your actions are the fruit of your mind. A copy and paste. If your mind is filled with thoughts of revenge you will feel angry, if your mind is filled with pornography , the fruit of that is masturbation, fornication and even demonic dreams of molestation. There should be no unintentional thought, no careless thought. Careless thinking is the reason why many have committed suicide. Thoughts on the loose are the devil’s playground.

Your mind must be renewed by the Word of God. There’s no transformation for a person who rejects the Word. The difference between you and the next “deep” person is the mind. You cannot become like someone whose mindset you don’t have and that’s why many can’t handle the mantles they pray for. You can’t become like Christ if you don’t have the mind of Christ. You can’t become like your spiritual father if you don’t think like he does because you only become what you think. You’re a product of your thoughts.

The mind of Christ is the Word of God. I don’t understand a believer who does not have a Bible. How do you expect to be transformed, where is the map? Who and what is directing you? It’s not in cramming scripture, it’s in living scripture. It is foolish to think you’ll pass History if you don’t read History books, because the equipping of your mind depends on what it is fed.

Do you know what’s responsible for those actions of yours? The mind. Either careless thinking or unguided thinking which is thinking outside the Word of God. Yes, even thoughts of low self esteem! It is careless thinking or unguided thinking. Yes even depression ! Let’s touch on different kinds of thoughts this week. Our God whose desire is for us to be like Christ, will surely see us through to the point where we can say, “My mind is yielded to Christ!” . You’re loved by God and myself! ❤️

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Looking in the mirror

Life is not a matter of self evaluation through worldly standards but through the word of God. The Christian mirror is nothing else but the Bible. When we do self introspection through the lenses of scripture we are most likely to find the mistakes quickly and discover the ways to fix them , vice versa. The world does not dictate how we should live for if it does, we have no part in this kingdom, we are disobedient, rebellious, wayward ! As you look back this week, what areas of your life were not completely surrendered to God? Your thoughts? Time? Speech? Wardrobe? Uncontrolled appetites?

This week Holy Spirit kept on reminding me to watch my thoughts why? Because in my creative mind, I find myself trying to create stories but they’d always end up being a “scary movie”. Im used to writing fictional novels for adults so the transition from that to trying to create something for children is just mad crazy! I was hearing “No, pull that thought down let’s try another way to create a story” as I reflect , I’m reminded of Philippians 4;8”Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.“ ‭‭Philippians‬ ‭4‬:‭8‬ ‭NIV‬‬ https://bible.com/bible/111/php.4.8.NIV

The real surrender happens on the inside [the inner man] and affects what’s on the outside which is now our actions.Take a closer look in the mirror, what does the Word say about how you acted throughout the week? If you’re truly willing to change, Holy Spirit will help you . Remember when you see a problem, work on it through scripture not through “normalising” what heaven rejects, that’s how we learn to yield. A man who doesn’t reflect and introspect is a man of many mistakes which could’ve been avoided.

Let’s meet again on Monday as we touch on “yielding my body.”
You’re special. God loves you, l love you 💞

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The pilgrim’s progress

My beloved family, l just want to thank you for showing up here every weekday! It means a lot to me. Thank you a million times , you’re truly a treasure. Today l want us to watch a movie together. I’ve watched it many times and it has taught me a lot about life as a Christian. Take sometime and watch it. I know, l know it’s animation and some of us have outgrown that but we can never be ignorant to teachings because we have outgrown the channel or means used to teach. Expect lots of Christian movies, sermons, games, etcetera as we go! Tomorrow we will do some self introspection and reflection looking at the past, present and future. Simply click WATCH NOW when you’re ready to watch and you’ll be directed to either watch it online or download it. Please share on the comments what you learn from this movie if you can.

Always remember you’re special. God loves you, l love you.

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