Spiritual Growth 2 Lesson 22

how Do we ConTroL our ThinKing?
We must be careful what we allow to enter our mind and dwell there. We
cannot always avoid evil thoughts coming to our mind, but we must “cast
them out” when they do! Treat an evil thought kindly, and it will return,
bringing other evil thoughts with it!
Be careful what you feed your mind. That is what your thoughts will be
about. What you read, what you listen to and see—is all being stored away
in your memory and becomes a part of your thought life—the real you!
The kind of Christian you really are is largely determined by the books and
literature you read, the kind of music you listen to, gossip, etc., and every
other thing you allow to enter your thought life.
Before you feed your mind something, ask yourself, “Will it pass this test?”
1. Is it true and honest?
2. Is it just?
3. Is it pure and lovely?
4. Is it a good report?
5. Is there any virtue or praise in it?
If it will pass this test, think on these things (Philippians 4:7, 8)!
how To CLeAn uP A FiLThy MinD
1. Repent of the garbage you have filled your mind with.
2. Get rid of all things that will not pass the above test: television, worldly
records, ungodly magazines, etc.
3. Meditate upon God’s Word continually (Psalm 1:1-3).
4. Give your whole life to Jesus (Romans 12:1-2).
5. Let the Holy Ghost renew your mind daily (II Corinthians 4:16).
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