What if you could divide all your thoughts into two camps: Every thought—either Sane or Crazy.

Take it a step further: What if each camp has a voice, “Sane Brain” and “Crazy Brain.”

Crazy Brain Says-

• I know it’s not good… I’ll just try a little.
• Everyone else is doing it.
• Desires, passions, and needs are all the same.
• God doesn’t want me to go without.
• I want it. Why can’t I have it?
• When I feel bad—I need a little escape.
• It’s unfair to tell myself no.
• This is just who I am.
• I’m not hurting anyone.

Sane Brain Says-

• God knows best.
• Right is right. Good is good.
• Just do the next right thing.
• Discipline leads to freedom.
• Don’t follow the crowd.
• Pray for wisdom.
• Practice the presence of God.
• This is only emotional pain—you’re not dying.
• Keep talking to Abba.
• You’re feeling lonely… do some healthy connecting.
• You don’t have to be stupid.

Close:

Today, practice listening to Sane Brain—and letting the other thoughts pass.

Prayer:

Father,  help me choose what is true, wise, and good. I want to think in ways that honor You.  Amen.

Scripture

The mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. Rom. 8:6 (NIV)