WHEN THE BRAIN IS SICK
1Kings: 19:4
The brain is the organ that contains the human soul. Just like any other part of the body, it can become run down, over-stressed, imbalanced, or physically sick. But unlike most other parts of our bodies, when our brains become imbalanced or sick, we often don’t realize it. The brain is a wonderfully complex network of chemical, hormonal, and electrical signals that can fall out of balance. When this occurs, it manifests in ways we don’t often associate with brain health. Our thinking can become confused; our emotions depressed; our sleep patterns disturbed; or our weight can rise or fall. It can become difficult to think clearly and control our impulses.
When the brain is sick, we need to give attention to the following;
- Open up to God for divine intervention: Elijah had just finished a `very intense time of ministry, he became vulnerable to the threats of his enemies. Elijah was so weary, he lost his capacity to think and feel well. The great mercy of God helped him out of the exhaustion and toxic thinking.
- Take time to rest and change of diet: There is a saying that if you don’t take time out to rest, you will soon be laid to rest. Another help received by Elijah was that the Lord let him rest, had angels prepare food to restore him.
- Delegation of responsibility: God eventually helped Elijah out of his depression by sending l assistants to help Elijah carry the load.
- Medication and Counseling: Sometimes, part of healing the brain may involve medication. A believer should not feel condemned if, in the process of renewing their minds, they discover that part of God’s plan for their healing includes counseling or medical treatment. The most important thing is to have healthy brains, healthy minds, and healed memories and emotions.
MEMORY VERSE: 3 John 1:2
PRAYER: Jesus bare my sins in his own body, by His stripes, I am healed.
