Twelve Steps to a Renewed Mind
How do we change to see and think differently so that we can become the men and women God has called us to be and serve effectively in the ministry he has given us?
Bottom line: God wants us to put off the old man and fixating on our circumstances, and instead, put on the new man by looking to Christ. But as all of us have experienced, this is easier said than done!
Here are three of the 12 paradigms that we need to embrace for a more-fully renewed mind:
- Read God’s Word regularly.Technology has brought the world to our fingertips. You can read magazines, newspapers, blogs, books and Facebook posts wherever a smart phone, iPad or Kindle can receive a signal. You can watch movies and endless YouTube videos without turning on the TV. Learn how to turn aside the assault of media overload and find encouragement, wisdom, and inspiration on a daily basis.
- Run from negativity quickly. We live in a culture of extreme negativity, complaining, and discontent. Flee from these negatives in your life and into God’s presence. A mind focused on the negative will tear both you and others down, working against God and His purposes for your life, your family and your community. Learn how to organize your thoughts and find freedom from negativity.
- Rest in Christ thoroughly. And overly busy life can squeeze the life from our hearts! And we’re not only busy, but we live life at the speed of light. Instant texting. Facebook posts. Racing here and there with our kids, filling up our schedules and our lives with activities. And worse, our culture is performance-oriented. Learn how to use rest as a weapon to vanquish the tyranny of busyness. Instead of always being driven by something, learn how to rest in someone — Christ.
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