Renewing Your Mindset: Biblical Tools and Essential Oils for Lasting Joy
"You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you." – Isaiah 26:3 (ESV)
As Christians, we know the mind is where many battles are fought. Between the world’s negativity and God’s promises, we are constantly challenged. But God, in His wisdom, calls us to renew our minds daily.
Romans 12:2 (ESV) reminds us: "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind."
Here’s how we can intentionally renew our minds by leaning on God’s Word, alongside God created natural supports like essential oils:
1. The Power of Prayer and Frankincense
Frankincense has long been associated with worship and prayer. As I apply a few drops, I reflect on Philippians 4:6 (ESV): "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." Its soothing aroma helps me focus on God’s promises, setting my thoughts on His peace.
Frankincense has long been associated with worship and prayer. As I apply a few drops, I reflect on Philippians 4:6 (ESV): "Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God." Its soothing aroma helps me focus on God’s promises, setting my thoughts on His peace.
2. Scripture Meditation with Lavender
Lavender’s calming scent is perfect for moments of stress. When life feels overwhelming, I use it while meditating on verses like Isaiah 40:31 (ESV): "But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint."
Lavender’s calming scent is perfect for moments of stress. When life feels overwhelming, I use it while meditating on verses like Isaiah 40:31 (ESV): "But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint."
3. Gratitude as a Mindset Shift
Gratitude is one of the simplest ways to shift our thinking. James 1:17 (ESV) reminds us, "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights." When I begin my day by giving thanks, paired with oils like lemon or orange, I’m reminded of His goodness and my mood is naturally uplifted.
Gratitude is one of the simplest ways to shift our thinking. James 1:17 (ESV) reminds us, "Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights." When I begin my day by giving thanks, paired with oils like lemon or orange, I’m reminded of His goodness and my mood is naturally uplifted.
4. Aligning Thoughts with God’s Word
Essential oils offer natural support, but the real transformation happens through God’s Word. As we meditate on scripture, we align our thoughts with His truth. I love to pair this practice with oils that bring clarity and calm, such as frankincense or lavender. Reflecting on Psalm 139:14 (ESV)—*"I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made"—*reminds me of my worth in Christ.
Essential oils offer natural support, but the real transformation happens through God’s Word. As we meditate on scripture, we align our thoughts with His truth. I love to pair this practice with oils that bring clarity and calm, such as frankincense or lavender. Reflecting on Psalm 139:14 (ESV)—*"I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made"—*reminds me of my worth in Christ.
If you’re struggling with negativity, take heart—God’s Word and intentional practices can lead you to peace and transformation.
In Christ,
Tracie
Tracie
"The pessimist sees difficulty in every opportunity. The optimist see opportunity in every difficulty." ~~Winston Churchill
An optimist, when faced with a problem, tends to find the upside to the situation and starts
figuring out ways to solve that problem, or ways to turn it around. A pessimist, however,
immediately throws up his hands, and yells, “That’s it; it’s all over. I can’t handle this anymore.”
Or he will distance himself from the problem, pretending it doesn’t matter. This is denial, and it
never works.
According to the world's foremost expert on optimism, Dr. Martin Seligman, everyone is born
optimistic. And yet, 95% of grownups are pessimists, not optimists. What goes wrong? Some
people see the glass as half empty. Others see it as half full. But is it really as simple as that? Is
it possible to be a bit of both? While much of this could be trauma related still can be healed.
When you think about it, most people tend to be an optimist sometimes and a pessimist other
times. Ironically, a lot of times things turn out according to how we feel about the situation. If a
person feels like something will go well or feels optimistic about it, it usually seems to go well.
The same is true of the reverse. When someone feels like something will go badly, it tends to do
just that.
An indication that you are dealing with a pessimist is in a simple phrase they will use in stressful
situations - “I can’t”. The pessimist is helpless, powerless and it shows in his response. The
optimist responds with - “I won’t”. The optimist is making a conscious choice, not just reacting.
An optimist prefers to think more positively. They focus on what they really want, not what
might happen to them.
Think about the following statements.
~ Optimists achieve their goals because they never give up
~ Optimists attract Success naturally
~ Optimists are happier, healthier and more energetic than pessimists
~ Optimists are easier to be around, inspiring people around to be positive
~ Optimists live longer and suffer from fewer and less severe diseases
~ Besides the above, optimists lead higher quality of life.
These are all probably true just by the fact that optimists’ positive thinking makes challenging
situations “not that bad” after all.
Now true optimism is not sitting back, thinking positive thoughts, and hoping everything will
turn out all right. It means you take each thought and the it captive to have discernment to live in Faith over Fear. It's how you see the world, positively rather than negatively. You face each situation, each problem, and each occasion with a positive attitude; and you always look forward to the "Benefis" you will derive from it. You have a choice. "change your thoughts and change your world" said Norma Vincent Peale. What it comes down to is that your attitude is a conscious choice. if you choose pessimism, you are choosing to see the down side of every situation, judge people unfairly, and live unhappily the rest of your life. What an oppressive existence!
So I choose to find the "Or Statement". meaning I find the way out of the negative.
Some of our minds are so set in their ways that we need a little help cleaning out the old way of thinking. Which is why I use pure essential oils in my practice of working with taking our thoughts captive. If want more info I would be glad to help you! We have so many options for helping our "stinking thinking"
Thanks for hanging out with me for a few moments
