My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge.—Hosea 4:6
Brainy Tip: Failing to recognize the power in our minds can have negative health effects.
When we learn to take our thoughts captive and renew our minds, we grow in our understanding, which results in positive structural changes in our brain that benefit our mental and physical health. On the other hand, if we allow our minds to wander and ruminate on our fears, concerns, and problems, our brain responds by changing in a negative direction, which can negatively affect our mental and physical health, bringing illness and death into our lives.