Staying Grounded in What God Thinks: Tips for Living in Alignment with His Truth

Posted July 23, 2024 by Maureen Metcalf

Categories: Maureen, Sister Post

In a world where opinions fly left and right, it’s easy to get caught up in the noise. We can find ourselves swayed by the trends, influenced by others’ thoughts, or even doubting our own beliefs. But let me remind you, sisters, that the only opinion that truly matters is that of our Creator. 

As believers, it is essential to align our thoughts and actions with His truth to find lasting peace, purpose, and fulfillment. In this blog post, we will explore practical tips to help you stay grounded in what God thinks, despite the noise and distractions around us.

7 Tips for Staying Grounded in What God Thinks

1. Cultivate a Daily Relationship with God

Building a strong relationship with God is the foundation for staying grounded in His truth. Set aside dedicated time each day for prayer, meditation, and reading His Word. This intentional connection with God will help you understand His heart, align your thoughts with His, and seek His guidance in all aspects of life.

2. Immerse Yourself in Scripture

The Bible is God’s written revelation, filled with His thoughts, promises, and wisdom. Make it a habit to immerse yourself in Scripture regularly. Choose a Bible reading plan or focus on specific books or themes that resonate with you. By studying and meditating on God’s Word, you will gain insights into His character, His plans for you, and the truth that will guide your decisions.

3. Seek Wisdom from Mature Believers

Surround yourself with wise and mature believers who can provide guidance and accountability. Engage in meaningful conversations with them, seeking their perspectives and insights. Their wisdom and experience can help you navigate challenging situations and keep you grounded in what God thinks.

4. Guard Your Mind and Heart

In a world flooded with information and opinions, it is crucial to guard your mind and heart. Be mindful of the media you consume, the conversations you engage in, and the thoughts you entertain. Philippians 4:8 reminds us to focus on things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, and admirable. By intentionally filtering what enters our minds, we create a space for God’s truth to shape our thoughts and beliefs.

5. Pray for Discernment

Ask God for discernment to recognize His truth amidst the noise and confusion. Pray for the Holy Spirit’s guidance to discern between God’s thoughts and the world’s opinions. As you cultivate a habit of seeking God’s discernment, you will be better equipped to make decisions aligned with His will.

6. Surrender Your Will to God

One of the most significant challenges in staying grounded in what God thinks is surrendering our own desires and plans. Recognize that God’s thoughts are higher than ours, and His ways are beyond our understanding. Surrender your will to Him, trusting that His plans for you are good and perfect. When we release our grasp on control, we open ourselves to His divine guidance and blessings.

7. Practice Humility and Grace

Stay grounded by practicing humility and extending grace to others. Recognize that your understanding of God’s thoughts is limited, and allow room for differing perspectives. Be open to learning from others, even when their opinions differ from yours. Embrace a humble attitude that seeks to honor God above all else and treats others with kindness and respect.

In a world where opinions reign supreme, it is vital to stay grounded in what God thinks. By cultivating a daily relationship with Him, immersing ourselves in Scripture, seeking wisdom from mature believers, guarding our minds and hearts, praying for discernment, surrendering our will to God, and practicing humility and grace, we can navigate life’s complexities while staying rooted in His truth. 

Sister, If you are feeling tired and discouraged, know that you have a tribe of incredible women cheering you on. We are here to lift you up and remind you of your strength when you need it most.

Remember, you are fearfully and wonderfully made. He knows us intimately, and His thoughts toward us are full of hope and a future. Let’s anchor our souls in His truth and live in alignment with His will, for that is where true fulfillment lies. 

So, let’s take a moment to pause and reflect on what God thinks. Let’s seek His guidance in our decisions, surrender our worries and burdens to Him, and trust in His perfect plan for our lives. Just because it may feel hard today does not mean it has to stay that way. 

Thank you for being part of this sisterhood. We appreciate you and look forward to serving you beyond our blog with our upcoming podcast Sisters On Purpose coming late September. We started a page for our podcast @sistersonpurposepodcast. Follow and stay tuned for updates for our launch. 

Scriptures to lean on:

“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” – Isaiah 55:8-9

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” – Romans 12:2

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” – Proverbs 3:5-6

“But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere.” – James 3:17