feeling-truth

Talk to yourself about what is in your mind. Think about it using this technique:

Say how you "feel," keeping in mind that how you feel is simply angry, sad, frustrated, lonely, hurt, left out, unloved, etc�
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Say what made you feel that way. Such as "My sister gave me a dirty look." Or "My friend did not invite me to the party." Or "It fell out of my hand and now I can't reach it."
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Say why that makes you feel the way you do. This may take some thought. Nobody else has to read this so just try to be really honest with yourself. Journal your feelings.
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Now think hard--what is the truth concerning the issue? This part should bring you to a revealing conclusion. (If you haven't read Telling Yourself the Truth I recommend it.)
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What lie were you telling yourself?
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What were you basing your feelings on? Truth   or   Lie
Therefore could your feelings be trusted?   Yes   or   No

Repeat only the truth to yourself now so that your emotions will be based on truth and you will be free from Satan's manipulation.
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Plan of action after filling out this form:

     1) Get out your Bible and read:
          Psalm 23; Psalm 25:1, 4-5; Psalm 26:2
     2) Sit quietly meditating on these verses.
     3) Verbally say, "Thank you, Jesus."
     4) Repeat the Personal Confessions listed below.

Every time your thoughts go back to the issue that was upsetting you make sure you repeat the TRUTH about it, deny the lie! The truth shall set you free!

Evaluate the results:
Has the Lord spoken to you? Are there more scriptures that might address this particular situation? Write about what you learned. Think about the next time you are in this situation, or another one like it, and how you could handle it better.
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PERSONAL CONFESSIONS
from Prayers That Avail Much

Jesus is Lord over my spirit, my soul, and my body. (Phil. 2:9-11.)

Jesus has been made unto me wisdom, righteousness, sanctification, and redemption. I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. (1 Cor. 1:30, Phil. 4:13.)

I hear the voice of the Good Shepherd. I hear my Father's voice and the voice of a stranger I will not follow. I roll my works upon the Lord. I commit and trust them wholly to Him. He will cause my thoughts to become agreeable to His will, and so shall my plans be established and succeed. (John 10:27, Prov. 16:3.)

I am a world overcomer because I am born of God. I represent the Father and Jesus well; I am a useful member in the Body of Christ. I am His workmanship recreated in Christ Jesus. My Father God is all the while effectually at work in me both to will and to do His good pleasure. (1 John 5:4,5, Eph. 2:10, Phil. 2:13.)

I let the Word dwell in me richly. He who began a good work in me will continue until the day of Christ. (Col. 3:16, Phil. 1:6.)

SCRIPTURE READINGS
from The Message version at www.crosswalk.com

Psalm 23
God, my shepherd! I don't need a thing. You have bedded me down in lush meadows, you find me quiet pools to drink from. True to your word, you let me catch my breath and send me in the right direction. Even when the way goes through Death Valley, I'm not afraid when you walk at my side. Your trusty shepherd's crook makes me feel secure. You serve me a six-course dinner right in front of my enemies. You revive my drooping head; my cup brims with blessing. Your beauty and love chase after me every day of my life. I'm back home in the house of God for the rest of my life.

Psalm 25:1-15, minus a few here and there.
My head is high, God, held high; I'm looking to you, God; No hangdog skulking for me. I've thrown in my lot with you.... Show me how you work, God; School me in your ways. Take me by the hand; Lead me down the path of truth.... God is fair and just; He corrects the misdirected, Sends them in the right direction. He gives the rejects his hand, And leads them step-by-step. From now on every road you travel Will take you to God. Follow the Covenant signs; Read the charted directions. Keep up your reputation, God; Forgive my bad life; It's been a very bad life. My question: What are God-worshipers like? Your answer: Arrows aimed at God's bull's-eye. They settle down in a promising place; Their kids inherit a prosperous farm. God-friendship is for God-worshipers; They are the ones he confides in. If I keep my eyes on God, I won't trip over my own feet.

Psalm 26:2-3
Examine me, God, from head to foot, order your battery of tests. Make sure I'm fit inside and out
So I never lose sight of your love, But keep in step with you, never missing a beat.

WHAT ARE YOU FEELING AND WHY?

Emotions Evaluation and Truth-Seeking Exercise