I'm fortunate that I don't struggle with pornography or anything else that controls the mind, but that doesn't mean I'm thinking the way God wants. If I do, God promises peace. Isaiah 26: 3 says, "You Keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on You, because he trusts in You." English Standard Version
Thinking about God leads to peace. How can I do that this year? I already begin the day with significant prayer, followed by Bible study. But I think I've been making that God's time. When He needs to be in my thoughts all day long.
A pastor at our church talked about the importance of listening to Christian music. That's a great way to have Him in your heart during the day. I'll be honest I haven't been doing that except when driving in my car. That's something I'll incorporate in 2026.
Staying in touch with Christian friends during the day also helps. You can share what's on your hearts and pray for one another during the day.
We're also admonished to have the right kinds of thoughts. Philippians 4:8 says, "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatsoever is true, whatsoever is honorable, whatsoever is right, whatsoever is pure, whatsoever is lovely, whatsoever is commendable, if there be any excellence and if anything is worthy of praise, think about these things. New American Standard Bible
This is going to be a struggle for me, because I think about many negative things. I'm going to need to discipline my mind. But Philippians 4:8 is a command, so I'll just have to do it. And the benefits will be great! You can't help but be happier and more peaceful if you're thinking about honorable and lovely things.
2026 should be an awesome year!