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The Science of Happiness: Exploring Positive Psychology.

Author: Jefferson O Imgbi

Date: Friday, 24 January 2025

Key Bible Verse: "The joy of the Lord is your strength."          
— Nehemiah 8:10

Affirmation: "My joy is rooted in the Lord’s strength, empowering me to embrace happiness and thrive daily."

Series Title: The Science of Happiness: Exploring Positive Psychology. Part 6

The Sure Word for Today

Negativity can cloud your perspective, but faith replaces fear and restores hope. Isaiah 41:10 says, “Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God.” Fear often fuels negativity, keeping you from experiencing the joy and peace God intends. Faith redirects your focus to His promises, empowering you to overcome doubt. By trusting in God’s strength, you can replace negativity with positivity and face challenges with confidence.

Faith transforms your thoughts, helping you rise above negativity. The disciples, caught in a storm, were filled with fear until Jesus calmed the sea and reassured them (Mark 4:39). Like them, you may feel overwhelmed by life’s storms, but faith reminds you that God is in control. Choosing faith-filled positivity allows you to confront adversity with a mindset rooted in trust and resilience. This shift enables you to see God’s hand in every situation.

Replacing negativity with faith is a daily practice. Philippians 4:8 encourages you to focus on what is true, honest, just, pure, lovely, and of good report. Guarding your thoughts and relying on God’s Word equips you to combat fear and negativity. Faith fills your heart with peace, joy, and hope, illuminating your path forward. Each step of faith leads you closer to a life of victory and fulfilment.

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Connect

I have faced fears that fuelled negativity, but choosing faith helped me find peace. You, too, can overcome fear by focusing on God’s promises and trusting His plan.

Extend

2 Timothy 1:7 reminds you that “God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” Faith gives you strength.

Reflection And Application

What fears or negative thoughts do you need to surrender today? Reflect on God’s promises and choose faith over fear to renew your mindset and embrace His peace.

Inspirational Quote by Jefferson O Imgbi

"Faith silences fear and transforms negativity into hope. Each step of trust brings you closer to peace and victory."

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Let Us Pray

Dear Lord, thank You for replacing my fears with faith. Teach me to trust Your promises and overcome negativity with a mindset rooted in Your Word. Strengthen my heart to focus on what is good and true, allowing Your peace to guide my thoughts and actions. Help me to embrace faith daily and experience the joy and hope You have prepared for me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.