Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. The pinnacle of the Divine Smart-Thinking Pyramid is crowned with “excellent and praiseworthy thoughts”. Excellent thoughts drive “improvement and excellence”. Praiseworthy thoughts motivate and activate the dopamine that enhances “memory, mood and movements” of the...
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02 November 2024 – Smart Thinking – Part 6
Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. The sixth layer of the Divine Smart-Thinking Pyramid is built with “admirable thoughts”. “Commendable, outstanding, and splendid thoughts are admirable and drive incredible lifestyles. Admirable thoughts like noble thoughts are above...
01 November 2024 – Smart Thinking – Part 5
Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. The fifth layer of the Divine Smart-Thinking Pyramid is “lovely”. Lovely thoughts are pleasing, acceptable and beautiful. These are thoughts that will make the Lord proud of us. Unity, forgiveness and...
31 October 2024 – Smart Thinking – Part 4
Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. The fourth layer of the Divine Smart-Thinking Pyramid is “purity”. Impure thoughts are fantasies, fables and fictional-imaginary dream-world. Unpolluted thoughts protect the mind from perversion. Purity in our thoughts will make...
30 October 2024 – Smart Thinking – Part 3
Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. The third layer of the Divine Smart-Thinking Pyramid is “right-thinking” or “right-mindset”. Right-minded thinking is to understand and accept the truth, corrections or suggestions in the way it should be...
29 October 2024 – Smart Thinking – Part 2
Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. The second layer of the Divine Smart-Thinking Pyramid is “nobility”. Noble thoughts are thoughts above the standards of normal thinking. Noble thinkers are better, higher and more virtuous than normal...
28 October 2024 – Smart Thinking – Part 1
Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. There are various theories and “thinking pillars” that aid “smart thinking”. The key element to smart thinking is “casual knowledge” or the ability to reason, analyze and action. Harvard University...