What does the Bible say about thinking?
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The Bible teaches that our thoughts matter deeply and are to be renewed, guarded, and brought under Christ’s loving rule. Romans 12:2 calls believers to transformation through the renewing of the mind, while 2 Corinthians 10:5 urges us to take thoughts captive in obedience to Christ. Philippians 4:8 directs our attention toward what is true, honorable, pure, and praiseworthy. Because the heart shapes life, Proverbs 4:23 warns us to watch over it carefully. We need not be ruled by fear or worldly wisdom: God gives His people power, love, and self-control through His Spirit (2 Timothy 1:7), and calls us to set our minds on things above (Colossians 3:2).
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- Philippians 4:8
Finally, brothers, whatever things are true, whatever things are honorable, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report; if there is any virtue, and if there is any praise, think about these things.
- Romans 12:2
Don't be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what is the good, well-pleasing, and perfect will of God.
- 2 Corinthians 10:5
throwing down imaginations and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ;
- Colossians 3:2
Set your mind on the things that are above, not on the things that are on the earth.
- Jeremiah 29:11
For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says Yahweh, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you hope in your latter end.
- Proverbs 4:23
Keep your heart with all diligence, For out of it is the wellspring of life.
- 1 Corinthians 3:18
Let no one deceive himself. If anyone thinks that he is wise among you in this world, let him become a fool, that he may become wise.
- 2 Timothy 1:7
For God didn't give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and self-control.
- Proverbs 17:22
A cheerful heart makes good medicine, But a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
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