Bring objective truth to mind (for example, the doctrine of justification or the atonement), especially positive verses that set forth God’s love, mercy, and grace for sinners (for example, Rom. 8:1; 8:38–39; 1 John 1:9; 1 John 4:9–10). You may want to write out a verse and carry it around with you. When negative thoughts overwhelm you, bring out the verse and meditate upon it.
