“To be Spiritually Minded…” Romans 8:6

“To be Spiritually Minded...” “For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit, the things of the Spirit. 6 For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace.” (Romans 8:5-6 NKJV) Developing the proper mindset can ensure that we will be doing the things that are pleasing God.

“To be Spiritually Minded…” This hour we are going to consider the proper mindset that we as Christians should have. What are some things that should characterize the proper mindset of the Christian?

“To be Spiritually Minded…” Philippians 1:27, We should have a mind that will not accept error. What is involved in “striving” for the faith of the gospel? Learning the truth Holding fast to the truth Defending the truth We must learn and put to practice the truth revealed to us from God’s Word - and then try to correct those who are in error. (1Corinthians 15:1-2, 2 Timothy 2:24-26)

“To be Spiritually Minded…” Philippians 2:1-3, We should have a mindset that is humble and lowly. “Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion.” (Romans 12:16 NKJV)

“To be Spiritually Minded…” Philippians 2:3-4, We should have a mind that genuinely cares for others. Philippians 2:5-11, This attitude is best exemplified in Christ

“To be Spiritually Minded…” Philippians 3:12-14, Our mind should be set on pressing forward right to the very end! Philippians 1:3-11, These brethren were doing well spiritually, but they could still do better! “…till we all come to the unity of the faith and of the knowledge of the Son of God, to a perfect man, to the measure of the stature of the fullness of Christ” (Ephesians 4:13 NKJV)

“To be Spiritually Minded…” Philippians 4:6-9, We CAN obtain a mind that is at peace – Not filled with anxiety. We are to be prayerful (Verses 6-7) We must meditate on the right things (Verse 8) We must DO what is right (Verse 9)

The Lord is Searching Your Mind! “I, the Lord, search the heart, I test the mind, Even to give every man according to his ways, According to the fruit of his doings.” (Jeremiah 17:10 NKJV) “I will kill her children with death, and all the churches shall know that I am He who searches the minds and hearts. And I will give to each one of you according to your works.” (Revelation 2:23 NKJV)

The Lord is Searching Your Mind! Are we pressing on diligently? Are we genuinely concerned for others and their welfare? Do we embrace a lowly and humble attitude? Do we have a mind that will not accept error? We CAN obtain a mind that is at peace, free from anxiety! 1 Peter 3:21-22, Philippians 4:6-9

“To be Spiritually Minded is Life and Peace” Romans 8:6