Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself against the knowledge of God, and bringing into captivity every thought to the obedience of Christ. –
2 Corinthians 10:5
A wise man once said, “Thoughts are the seedlings of realities.” What you predominantly think about becomes your reality. Our thoughts control our lives and determine our destiny. This is the reason why our minds are the battle ground of our fight with the force of darkness.2 Corinthians 10:5
Our text tells us to cast down imaginations or human reasoning out of our mind. Now that’s very important. Every thought that originates from Satan must be immediately cast out of your mind. The command “casting down” points to the fact that you have the ability to decide what thoughts stay in your mind. God has given you hundred per cent control over your mind.
The question is how do I discern which thoughts originate from the forces of darkness? Philippians 4:8. It says, “finally whatsoever things that are true, and honest, and pure, and just, and lovely, and of a good report – think on these things.” In other words, is the thought consistent with the word of God? Is it honest? Is it pure? Is it just? Is it lovely? Is it of a good report? If it is not, then cast it out immediately.
We must maintain a high level of awareness and keep a perpetual watch over our minds. Because that is where we either win or lose the battles of life.
Prayer:
Father, help me develop the discipline of keeping watch over my mind.Scriptural Reading:
2 Corinthians 10:1-6
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