Two Books That Changed My Life

The Mental Game of Baseball
The Bible
How we think in large part determines our experience of life.
Jesus came to give us abundant life—so why are so many struggling?

🧠 We are facing an epidemic of mental struggles:
☐ Fear ☐ Worry ☐ Anxiety ☐ Depression

Peace of Mind: Finding Strength in Christ

I’m not a trained counselor, but I believe the presence of Jesus and the Holy Spirit makes change possible.
The power of the mind: Neuroplasticity
Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you respond
Romans 12:2 – Be transformed by the renewing of your mind

Guard What Goes In (Philippians 4:8)

Paul gives us a mental filter:
“Whatever is true… noble… right… pure…”
Filters matter (like in your pool or air conditioner)
What are you allowing into your mind?
☐ Social Media ☐ News ☐ Music ☐ Scripture ☐ Truth
“You cannot have a positive life and a negative mind.” – Joyce Meyer
Ask yourself:
Do my thoughts pass Paul’s test?
2 Corinthians 10:5 – Take every thought captive
Challenge: What are you feeding your mind daily?

Practice What You Know (Philippians 4:9)

“Whatever you have learned… put it into practice.”
Thoughts → Actions → Experiences
Peace grows through habits:
☐ Scripture ☐ Prayer ☐ Gratitude
☐ Worship ☐ Rest ☐ Reframing
As we anchor our identity in Christ, worry loses power
2 Corinthians 4:16–18 – Focus on what is unseen and eternal

Conclusion / Practical Challenge

📝 Mindset Shift Exercise:
Each morning, identify one anxious or negative thought and replace it with a truth from Scripture.
Example: “I’m not enough” → “His power is made perfect in my weakness” (2 Cor. 12:9)

You’re not powerless in the fight for your mental health.
Victory begins with intentional thought and spiritual truth.