Take those thoughts captive

 

NOVEMBER 13

For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5 NKJV

Bringing every thought into captivity.

A tall order, indeed.

On our own, using our natural abilities, fighting our thoughts would be difficult. But God gives us weapons; and He gives us power. In the power of Jerralea, not much gets done. In the power of God? Anything is possible.

My part is the want-to. I provide the willingness to make the effort. He provides the divine power. We're a team. 

I'm reminded of something my husband's grandma used to say; "Thoughts are like birds. They may fly at us, but we don't have to let them make nests in our hair."

Be vigilant. Don't allow thoughts contrary to God's Word make a home in your mind. Replace it with the Word of God. 

You get to choose what you think on.

For more on our thought lives, you might want to read my post, We Are a Fickle People, that focuses on Isaiah 26:3.

Praise Posts 2021 are all about praising God for scriptures that are meaningful to me. Currently, I'm sharing each day a scripture that addresses our thought lives.

I'm sharing this post at InstaEncouragements Link-Up and Tell His Story