KINGDOM WORD OF THE DAY

GET YOUR THOUGHTS TOGETHER

Ephesians 4:17–23

“And be renewed in the spirit of your mind.” — Ephesians 4:23

As Christian business professionals, we must understand that thoughts are seeds. What we continually entertain, water, and cultivate in our minds will eventually show up in our decisions, relationships, businesses, and purpose.

Much of success is mental. We cannot allow popularity, attention, or culture to convince us that something is right when God's Word says otherwise.

Ephesians 4 warns us not to be “tossed to and fro, and carried about with every wind of doctrine.”

Attention does not determine truth. God's Word determines truth.

And don't let a little success, money, influence, or clout convince you that consequences no longer apply.

You already know what certain roads can do.

You know what greed can do.

You know what uncleanness can do.

You know what uncontrolled desires can do.

You know what being pulled away from your faith can do.

Why play ignorant about something God already gave you wisdom about?

Paul tells us to put off the old man and “be renewed in the spirit of your mind.”

Life happens. Disappointment happens. Business changes. People change. Doors close.

But don't let what happened consume the energy you need for where God is taking you.

Use your energy for good.

Build. Work. Pray. Create. Serve. Grow.

Thoughts are seeds—be careful what you cultivate.

KINGDOM PRINCIPLE

Clout does not cancel consequences.

Don't return to what God delivered you from simply because you're strong enough now to think you can handle it.

Get your thoughts together. Renew your mind. Guard your heart. Stand on the Word. And use your energy for your purpose.