There are many who believe that mind and spirit are one in the same. While I believe this is possible, it is not always the case, especially when we allow our minds to concentrate on things that consume our thoughts that in no way line up with God’s will for our lives. Frankly speaking, there are some people and some thoughts that we need to simply let “cross our minds” and keep on “crossing” until they have gotten so far to the “other side” of our thought process that they no longer tempt us to act or react in a way that is not pleasing to God. 1 Corinthians 10:13 is true-there is absolutely no temptation taken us (no thought or no one that “crosses our minds”) that is not common to all mankind and furthermore that our gracious God has not already provided us a way of escape that no matter the temptation we will be able to bear it or “do the right thing”.
There is a word of declaration for the one who continues to allow the things of the mind to be the governance of their actions and it is found in Romans 8:6: The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. (NIV) Are you wondering why there is no peace in your life? Are you wondering why there is so much death around you? Perhaps it is the governance of your mind. What moves you to action? Is it everything that “crosses your mind” or is it the power of the Holy Spirit that “dwells within”? I pray that you will be honest with yourself for the Spirit of God knows all things and reveals all truth.
21 Since you have heard about Jesus and have learned the truth that comes from Him, 22 throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception. 23 Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes.” (Ephesians 4:21-23) (NLT)
Often times, my writings are easy because I simply let the word of God do the work. I pray that we will allow the mind and spirit be in agreement with one another. Think on good things. Do the right things. This is the will of God concerning us. A mind in sync with the Holy Spirit is life giving, peace giving and simply the right thing to possess.