A CHANGE OF MIND

The Apostle Paul wrote, Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” (Romans 12:2)
Changing the way we think isn't easy, because thinking isn't nearly as easy as it looks. It's hard work. Henry Ford said, "Thinking is the hardest work there is, which is the probable reason why so few engage in it."
Most of us allow our thoughts to be carried along by the whim of our emotions. Or we let our circumstances dictate the way we think. However, if you want to experience lasting change, you've got to take control of your thought life.
Instead of conforming your thoughts to the world around you, let the Word of God determine how you think. When you're tempted to think materialistically, think spiritually instead. When you're tempted to think negatively, make the effort to think positive. When you're tempted to give in to thoughts of despair, take a bold step and think thoughts of hope. When you're tempted to think only about this life on earth, learn to think with an eternal perspective.
James Allen said, "You are today where your thoughts have brought you; you will be tomorrow where your thoughts take you." It you want to experience change, you've got to change the way you think. Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

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