Our lives are always in the direction of our strongest thoughts. What we think shapes who we are. (Greg Groeschel from Winning the War in Your Mind)
The Rewire Principle: Rewire your Brain, Renew your Mind
Science: The systematic study of the structures and behavior of the physical and natural world through observation, experimentation, and the testing of theories against the evidence obtained.
Romans 1:20
Reticular Activating System (RAD): A bundle of nerves that sits in your brainstem. And its job is to regulate behavioral arousal, consciousness, and motivation.
Neural Pathways: The connections between neurons where information is passed on through electrochemical signals.
Dopamine: known as the feel-good neurotransmitter - a chemical that ferries information between neurons. It plays a role in the brain’s reward system, helping to reinforce certain behaviors that result in rewards.
Romans 8:5-6, Romans 12:2
Recognizing the Rut, Creating a Trench of Truth
Difference between a Rut and Trench:
A rut is typically formed in mind and becomes a nuisance, even a danger. A rut is unintentionally created, has no purpose, and requires repair.
A trench is intentionally dug to deliver a necessary resource. A trench has specific purpose and fixes an existing problem
Creating a trench of truth, looking to God’s word
Meditate; Joshua 1:6-9
The temptation of Jesus
1st - Physical Needs and Desires
2nd - Questioning the Love God
3rd - Possessions, Power, and Pride
Recognizing the Rut, Creating a Trench of Truth, Declaring Victory
Colossians 3:1-18; Proverbs 19:11
Where are your thoughts leading you?
Watch your thoughts; they become your beliefs.
Watch your beliefs; they become your words.
Watch your words; they become your actions.
Watch your actions; they become your habits.
Watch your habits; they become your character.
Where are your thoughts leading you?
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