Negative thoughts can sneak into the mind before we even realize they are there. They tell us we are not good enough, that things will never change, or that we have no control. Over time, these thoughts become habits, shaping how we see ourselves and others. In Truth Crafted Truth Absolute, J.J. Lisio explains that while we cannot always stop negative thoughts from appearing, we can interrupt them. And the most powerful way to do this is through scripture.
Science shows that thoughts are not just ideas—they create chemical reactions in the brain. When we think negatively, our brains release stress hormones that make us feel tense, tired, or hopeless. The more we think those thoughts, the stronger those brain pathways become. But because of neuroplasticity—the brain’s ability to change—we can build new, healthier pathways by introducing new thoughts rooted in truth. Scripture gives us those truths.
Lisio calls this process “truth-crafting.” He explains that the first step is awareness. We have to recognize the thought before we can change it. This is where the Thought Journal comes in. By writing down a recurring negative thought—such as “I am failing”—you bring it out of the shadows and into the light. Once it’s visible, you can test it against God’s Word.
For example, when you feel defeated, Philippians 4:13 offers a direct counter: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Writing this verse alongside the thought begins to interrupt the negative loop. As Lisio explains, repeating a new thought that aligns with truth starts to release calming chemicals like serotonin, replacing anxiety with peace.
Another tool in the book, the Truth-Crafting Matrix, helps connect the mental and emotional dots. You list the thought, the emotion it creates, the physical reaction you notice, and the scripture that refocuses your mind. For instance:
Thought: “I’m not loved.”
Emotion: Sadness, loneliness.
Reaction: Withdrawal, lack of motivation.
Truth: “Nothing can separate us from the love of God” (Romans 8:38–39).
This simple framework bridges faith and psychology, showing that reflection and scripture can work together to reshape thinking.
Lisio reminds readers that interrupting negative thoughts is not about forcing positivity. It is about grounding your mind in what is unchanging. Life will always bring moments of uncertainty or pain, but God’s Word provides a foundation that cannot be shaken. By meditating on scripture daily, the mind becomes quicker at catching lies and slower to believe them.
The book also connects this process to the science of epigenetics—the idea that thoughts can influence physical health. Negative thinking affects sleep, energy, and even immunity, while faith-based thoughts promote healing and balance. Scripture becomes not only a source of spiritual renewal but a way to care for the body as well.
Over time, these small, repeated moments of truth begin to change how we think and feel. It may start with one verse, one journal entry, or one prayer. Gradually, the old thought patterns lose their strength, replaced by confidence and peace rooted in faith.
Truth Crafted Truth Absolute offers clear, practical steps for anyone ready to replace negativity with truth. It reminds us that every thought is an opportunity to choose hope over fear and faith over doubt. By using scripture as both a shield and a guide, you can break the cycle of negative thinking and craft a life grounded in God’s Word. For anyone seeking a path to mental clarity and spiritual peace, this book is a thoughtful and timely companion. Head to Amazon to purchase your copy: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FGKS935H