Thinking Differently
Transformation starts upstream of behaviour.
Letting God reshape your thoughts.
The big idea
You're transformed not by trying harder, but by thinking differently.
What does “Thinking Differently” walk through?
Be Transformed
Romans 12:2 · KJV
And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind.
In plain English
Don't get squeezed into the world's mold. Be transformed by changing how you think.
Inside Out
Real change starts in the mind, not behavior. Renew the thought and the action follows.
Take Thoughts Captive
2 Corinthians 10:5 · KJV
Casting down imaginations... bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ.
In plain English
Take down the lies. Bring every thought into line with what Christ says is true.
You're Not Your Thoughts
Not every thought is true. Capture the lie before it captures you.
Pray
Lord, renew my mind. Replace my lies with your truth. Amen.
Write it down
What thought do you need to take captive today?
You finished: Renewing Your Mind
Change the way you think, and watch your life follow.
Which passages does this journey use?
2 passages, drawn from Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:5. Every verse appears here in the King James text with a plain-English line beside it, so you can read it without a commentary open. Allow about 5 minutes for the whole thing, or 5 short sittings.
- Romans 12:2
- 2 Corinthians 10:5
Read any of these in full on the complete KJV, or look the wording up independently at Blue Letter Bible.
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