Proverbs 16:3 (KJV)
3 "Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established."

Overthinking can be exhausting. We wrestle with endless “what-ifs,” replay scenarios in our minds, and struggle to silence the intrusive thoughts that seem to constantly creep in. I'm so thankful the bible tells us how to combat this through Proverbs. God understands our tendency to get caught in cycles of worry and fear, so He invites us to hand over our thoughts, actions, and decisions to Him.

In the original Hebrew, the word "commit" (גָּלַל, galal) means “to roll” or “to entrust.” God wants us to roll our burdens onto him daily. To trust and give up our problems to him. Why? Because God understands that we cannot handle our problems and that it's his job to do so.

God is more than capable of handling our problems. But the enemy tries to have you stand in His position, trying to do His work.

Overthinking thrives in uncertainty, but God’s Word always brings clarity.

Peace comes when we replace our thoughts with prayers and the word of God allows us to roll every worry onto Him. The more we fight against our thoughts, the stronger they seem to grow. The enemy tricks us into thinking we are alone and worthless. But in the word and in prayer, we find that we are not alone. In fact, we are closer to God because of our thoughts. It acts as a catalyst to surrender to God and experience him daily. 

The word guards our minds and creates a shelter and fortress where intrusive thoughts lose power. When our minds are focused on God, there’s less space for anxious, intrusive thoughts. 

People always ask me "How do we commit our thoughts to God?" I'm going to share with you what I do on the daily that helps me combat every single thought. I begin each day by asking God to direct my thoughts and actions. When overthinking or intrusive thoughts arise, I pause and thinking where this thought is coming from. I then go to God in prayer about the intrusive thought I have. This has allowed me to overcome thoughts little by little. This method is useful because instead of fighting my thoughts, I place them in the hands of God. What I'm teaching you guys is to allow God's word to become the foundation of our thoughts. 

This is important because God's word is always peaceful, hopeful, and positive. Our thoughts are not the same, they tend to be harmful, depressing, and negative.

True peace isn’t in control but in surrender.

I hope that everyone can commit their thoughts, worries, and stresses to God. He WILL help you and handle all things for you once you do this.

Selah and Amen!