Take Every Thought Captive

[@tracykamemoto4602]

Amen!🙌🙏

[@BecomeNew]

God Bless you Tracy - Bucky

[@bibilar48]

Here's another approach to keeping your thoughts under control. I've made this comment previously, but since it's been so helpful for me in telling Screwtape to take a hike, I'll repeat it. As soon as a negative thought enters my head, I banish it by saying to myself "No stinkin' thinkin'!" (I know this command didn't originate with me because, as a former high-school English teacher, I would never condone dropping the final "g" in both writing and speaking!) Nevertheless, it's the quickest strategy I have to refuse to wallow in negativity and then invite the Holy Spirit to take my thoughts captive. It's been a lifesaver for me.

[@BecomeNew]

GREAT reminder!! So easy to remember - and a great invitation to invite the Holy Spirit to take control Thanks for sharing we appreciate you being part of our Become New Community Be Blessed Bucky

[@brucebaker111]

John's closing prayer from today's KZbin episode on Stories: "God, would you help me all through this day to take every thought captive so that it could be obedient, aligned with, in service to that which is noble and lifegiving and good and generous in spirit and loving towards other people. May I live today, God, the story that you have for me. Oh God, oh God, oh God, renew my mind and make the story today, no matter how small or obscure or insignificant it looks, make it a great one in your eyes. I ask this for you and for me. In Jesus’ name. Amen."

[@AP-ex1zi]

Amen!

[@BecomeNew]

Amen! Bucky

[@brucebaker111]

The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in this, guiding me and helping me discern which thoughts are true and which are misleading. The process of renewing my mind is a continual journey. The Holy Spirit helps me replace negative thoughts with those that reflect God's love and truth. However, I often fall short. I'm not perfect, and there are many moments when I struggle to keep my thoughts focused on what is good and right. I make mistakes and sometimes let unhelpful thoughts take hold, but I'm learning to rely on the Holy Spirit for strength and guidance. As Ephesians 6:12 explains, this struggle is part of spiritual warfare. It's not just about the visible challenges but also about the spiritual battles we face. The Holy Spirit provides the strength and armor I need to resist thoughts that pull me away from God's path. As I work on taking my thoughts captive and aligning them with Christ, I realize how much I need God's grace and the Holy Spirit's guidance. Despite my imperfections and failures, I find comfort in knowing that the Holy Spirit is always there to guide me back to the right path and help me grow in faith and maturity.

[@BecomeNew]

Bruce - so well said -thank you for sharing a part of your journey. Keep praying and leaning in to the power of God and the leading of the Holy Spirit. We are grateful for you. Bucky

[@lyddavetrov8176]

So excellent! Thank you, John, for your passionate prayer for me/us AND for yourself at the conclusion. AMEN! 💖😊

[@BecomeNew]

You are so welcome - we are so grateful you are part of our BecomeNew community. Bucky

[@larrylosey2559]

So thankful to God and your team for all we're learning and being reminded of.

[@BecomeNew]

We are so glad you are with us and sharing a part of your day. Blessings. Bucky

[@cathym1257]

Amen and thank you, John and team!

[@BecomeNew]

You are welcome - thank you - for being part of our Become New Community. Bucky

[@RoseExieDavis]

Thank you John for the lesson & prayer.

[@BecomeNew]

You're welcome - thank you for sharing a part of your day with us. Bucky

[@mistysmith2378]

Very timely message. It is so easy to become distracted by the distractions and miss precious opportunities.

[@BecomeNew]

So true! Thank you for being part of our Become New community Bucky

[@kenwiens2127]

Things are not what they seem. People who look insignificant to us due to their outward appearance may be great inside. And…we can capture wayward thoughts to convert them into servants of Jesus. Thank you for that!

[@BecomeNew]

Very well said - thank you for sharing - we appreciate you being part of our Become New community Bucky

[@lhutcheson9854]

Thanks John for the talk and prayer.❤ sooo needed it this morning!

[@BecomeNew]

You are so welcome - we are glad you are with us. Bucky

[@SoniaPirkis]

Thank you John. I greatly appreciated your message today. A timely reminder. God bless you and your team as you put these messages together and make them available.

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you for you kind words and encouragement Be Blessed Bucky

[@gbrees1954]

Thank you.

[@BecomeNew]

So glad you are with us - we are grateful. Bucky

[@elaineh1041]

good morning ☀️ YAS! In Jesus name

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you for joining us and sharing a part of your day with us. We appreciate you Bucky

[@ThePhillora]

amen

[@BecomeNew]

Thank you for sharing a part of your day with us. Bucky

[@elliottlampert7797]

Wonderful thoughts. As possible added insight, may I share the following meditation of Rudolf Steiner: Spirit triumphant send flame through the weakness of timorous souls. Burn up the I-lust, Kindle compassion, That selflessness, the Life-stream of mankind may rule as the Wellspring of spiritual Rebirth. Thanks.

[@BecomeNew]

You are so welcome -----we appreciate you sharing a part of your day with us Blessing Bucky

[@lifewithasong]

Thank you so much--apparently I needed to hear these things this morning.

[@BecomeNew]

We are so glad you share a part of your day with us Thank you for listening Bucky

[@daniellemeadows8291]

❤

[@BecomeNew]

Good Morning Danielle - we pray you are well - and glad you are joining us. Bucky

[@anniekirkby5340]

I love that little curtsy at 4:17 😆

[@BecomeNew]

Glad you enjoyed it!! Thanks for listening. Bucky

[@karenkeil7945]

The thoughts that I need to take captive right now deal with myself - over going somewhere this evening to sell my books - and "everything" (well, one thing) is not going well. God's will be done.

[@BecomeNew]

Yes, we have an endless array of thoughts that can control us, or take us captive. Jesus can lead you to take each thought captive! - Brad