The Power of Suggestion
"Be
transformed by the entire renewal of your minds." ––
Romans 12:2 (NIV)
My husband watched a documentary on hot dog stands. He
watched it several times and it prompted him to visit all
the neighboring hot dog stands. Whenever he was out on daily
errands, he would get that desire to stop for a tasty hot
dog.
I don't believe there is anything wrong with my husband's
desire for an occasional hot dog. But watching this habit
form before my very eyes, has made me think more about
Jesus' caution to us, that we need to watch what we see and
hear.
Suggestion is powerful. It is a tool that transforms our
minds, and changes our lives — For good or for evil.
That has alerted me to be more careful about the
entertainment I watch, or listen to. I should be careful
about the company I keep, because listening to gossip and
complaining has a negative effect on my attitude.
It's a powerful mind the Lord has given us. What we choose
to copy comes to us through the power of suggestion.
Annettee Budzban