A CHANGE IN MINDSET
This verse tells us not to conform to the world but to be transformed by renewing our minds so we can discern God’s will.
What is a renewed mindset?
According to 2 Corinthians 5:17, anyone who is in Christ is described this way.
What is a new creation?
In Luke 9:23, Jesus says a disciple must deny himself, take up this daily, and follow Him.
What is the cross?
In this verse, Jesus teaches that to follow Him, a person must deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow Him.
What is Luke 9:23?
To protect your thoughts and heart, you must be mindful of what you consume in these three areas.
What are music, media, and conversations?
Colossians 3:2 commands us to set our minds here, instead of on earthly things.
What are things above?
Being loved, chosen, and equipped by God gives believers this kind of inner assurance, even when life feels shaky.
What is confidence (or strength in Christ)?
According to John 15:5, Jesus is the vine and we are the branches. Without Him, we can do this.
What is nothing?
This verse says, “If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold, the new has come.”
What is 2 Corinthians 5:17?
Instead of negative self-talk, believers are encouraged to replace it with this source of truth.
What is Scripture?
Spiritual growth starts here, because when this is renewed by God’s Word, it changes the way we see life.
What is the mind?
A rooted identity in Christ provides stability like this object, which keeps a ship secure in the storm.
What is an anchor?
James 1:22 warns us to be doers of this, not hearers only.
What is the Word?
According to this verse, we are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand.
What is Ephesians 2:10?
Memorizing these helps affirm your identity in Christ by reminding you that you are forgiven, chosen, and loved.
What is Scripture?
Fear, pride, and comparison are examples of these old patterns of thinking that must be replaced with God’s perspective.
What are worldly or sinful thought patterns?
Finding your identity in Christ brings these three benefits: ________, ________, and ________.
What are strength, purpose, and confidence?
Real growth in Christ requires transformation in these three areas: the ________, the ________, and the ________.
What are the mind, the identity, and the lifestyle?
This passage tells us to “be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and to put on the new self, created after the likeness of God.”
What is Ephesians 4:23–24?
Setting daily prayer, weekly fasting, and serving others are examples of doing this.
What is setting spiritual goals?
According to Philippians 4:8, our minds should dwell on things that are true, honorable, just, pure, lovely, and commendable. This practice helps form what?
What is a renewed mindset?
hen your identity is rooted in Christ, you are no longer defined by these three things: past ________, other people’s ________, or social ________.
What are mistakes, opinions, and labels?
Spiritual growth is not part-time. It’s a daily choice marked by obedience, service, love, and this spiritual practice of self-control.
What is discipline?
Paul writes, “I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me.”
What is Galatians 2:20?
To stay strong in your walk with Christ, it’s important to stay connected to one of these who holds you accountable.
What is a spiritual mentor or accountability partner?