The Battlefield of the Mind

Okay, so let’s think about war and battles…of the mind.

 When going to war you can’t attack the enemy if you are unable to identify them. In our spiritual lives our toxic thoughts are our enemy. In order to battle against these thoughts we must figure out what they are and get rid of them. We MUST get to the root of the problem!! Every battle we face requires the help of the Lord if we expect to conquer it, including those within our mind. We aren't strong enough to fight the battle on our own, even though we like to think we are. Why not seek the help of the greatest Sergeant General, JESUS, lol HE HASN'T LOST A BATTLE YET & NEVER WILL.

So you are probably thinking to yourself, I have some thoughts I need to change, well let me suggest that you allow God to change them and you just be willing to receive his help.  As with all things there is a process and you must begin somewhere in order to make progress. I've developed 3 easy steps that I believe will help you & I continually rid ourselves of toxic thoughts.

 STEP 1: Start by asking Christ to reveal to you what areas in your thoughts aren't like him. If you’re thoughts aren't like him, then they are toxic. We are to keep our hearts and minds on Christ.

“Guard your heart above all else, for it determines the course of your life.” Proverbs 4:23 NLT

STEP 2: Once God has revealed to you the thoughts that need to be changed, ask him to help you as you strive to renew your mind. Know that this mind renewal is ONLY made possible through him! Often times we feel as though we can change everything all at once after we figure out the areas we need to work on, however; this is not the case. Ask God to help you to trust HIS PLAN & HIS PROCESS and all him to do his thing!

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the [renewing] of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will.” Romans 12:2 NIV

STEP 3: You must be aware that once you do steps 1 & 2 that it is not over. This battle of our thoughts is something we will constantly fight and overcome with God’s help. Steps 1 & 2 must be used continually!!

That’s it…simple as 1, 2, 3.

Okay, okay, I’ll be honest. It’s not as simple as 1, 2, 3. The renewal of your mind is something that is difficult, yet rewarding. So when you feel like this is pointless and you want to give up, DON’T! Know that you aren't the only one struggling and that the outcome is much greater in the end, you have to push through to make it. We want to win the battle. Take some time to read 2 Corinthians 10: 1-6 it discuss how we must put on the WHOLE armor of God. Notice I capitalized and bolded whole for emphasis because so many of us go out half dressed, talking about we’re ready for war. The armor is our protection so we must put it on daily. As Christians, we are to strive to be like Christ and it begins with our hearts and mind, so it’s time to do some cleaning. Whatever is in your heart and mind manifest itself into actions, so let’s get right!

Feel free to comment & share what causes you to think negative/toxic thoughts (maybe its lack of faith or doubt) and helpful ways you've gone about changing your thought process. For example you may pray every time you think something out of line or you journal…etc. Please share I would love to know.

I love you all so much and thank you for being patient with me in writing another blog. It’s been forever, but I plan on striving to post more regularly now. Be sure to comment and subscribe. Until next time, BE BLESSED!!