Mind Over Matter

The World English dictionary as reported by dictionary.com defines humanism as the denial of any power or moral value superior to that of humanity; the rejection of religion in favour of a belief in the advancement of humanity by its own efforts. That is contrary to Biblical doctrine. However, the mind is a powerful organ given to us by God and with plenty of instruction in its use. One of my favorites is:

Phil. 4:7,8

And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

Another one of my favorites is:

Phil 2:5

Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:

And if you look at the context of that verse you will find in verse 4 tells us what the mind of Christ is. Verse 4 says:  Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. It is when we get to looking on ourselves and our situation that we get into trouble even at times to the point of being emotionally disturbed. Or on the other end of the spectrum as the humanist are, we get to thinking we are better or more capable than we really are. That is called pride.

However at a closer look at both of these passages in Philippians it indicates that we are in control of our thoughts. If you are feeling down and discouraged, you have the power to change those thoughts by thinking on Scripture. If you are feeling haughty and prideful you can control that as well. You can humble yourself before God by controlling your thoughts. It really is mind over matter within the restraints of Scripture.