This book takes you on a journey that unpacks and demystifies what spiritual growth is and how it unfolds. The aim is to set you on your own path toward genuine, personal spiritual transformation. The book provides all the tools you need - biblical, scientific, and practical - so that you can develop your own pathway for spiritual growth. What is unique about Victor Copan's approach to spiritual growth is that he explores recent findings of brain research as well as scientific research on habitformation and brings them into conversation with the process of spiritual formation. Research on the brain and on habit formation has uncovered significant insights about the process and dynamics of human transformation that can be fruitfully incorporated into our own pursuit of spiritual transformation. Tapping into this research allows us to work in concert with how God designed humans to function - body, soul, and spirit.
Do you ever feel like you'll never change? Maybe you've been struggling with the same sin for years. Or you're stuck in the grip of a negative emotion. Or you've been trying to start a habit, but it's not happening. You feel like you'll never change. But here's the truth: God is powerful and He wants to help you. This book is all about going to God for help with transformation. You'll learn how to: Break that habit you thought you'd never break. Gain victory over negative emotions like anger, worry, and insecurity. Start life-enriching habits, such as having a daily quiet time. Follow through on that goal you've always wanted to pursue. Paul tells us in Romans 12:2 that we're transformed by the renewing of the mind. In The Renewing of the Mind Project you'll choose a project-something you'd really like to change-and apply Romans 12:2 to that project. Here are a few of the things you'll be learning while you work on your project: How to renew your mind on a practical, day-by-day basis. How to pray Scripture, using the 250+ verses in this book. How to visit with God about your project, using the 48 sets of questions in this book. How to truth journal. As you work with God on your project, you'll not only gain victory in that area of your life, you'll also grow closer to God and more dependent on Him. And what could be better than that?
The confidence, courage, and resolve in many of the greatest Bible heroes and world-changers are the result of a single, powerful, biblical principle. It's a principle woven into the very foundation of creation that, when applied, has the power to calm chaos, overcome obstacles, and win every battle. The secret? Activating the power of God's spoken Word.
Pastor Casey Treat gives new insight and revelation to the concept of the Renewing of the Mind. Most people need and want real change in their lives but feel it is impossible to attain. They've tried various quick fixes and religious formulas, which brought no lasting change. What they need is the renewing of their minds.
Did you know that . . . When God created Adam and Eve in the garden he gave them a very specific command he told them to be fruitful and multiply and subdue the earth. God's original plan for man was to rule over the planet Earth. God's plan for each believer is also that he learns how to rule over his own life and over the circumstances of life. This implies the understanding of how God made us, spirit, soul, and body. The teachings of the New Testament are directed at teaching the Christian how to be transformed and rule over his own life. This is done by knowing how to treat each aspect of the three parts of man. Through Scripture we learn how to activate our re-created human spirit, how to be transformed in soul and disciplined in body. Herein lies the secret to spiritual growth and maturity that results in a walk by faith and an adequate preparation for the return of Jesus. This course will teach you: How to understand the plan of salvation fully The plan of salvation is not part of God's original purpose. The plan of salvation is merely a course correction because of man's fall from grace. God's original plan was for man to rule over the earth but because he got distracted and fell into sin he became disqualified to fulfill God's original plan. Therefore God elaborated the plan of salvation to restore what man lost in the garden so that he can continue with his original purposes and hasten the return of Jesus. How to walk in the spirit You will learn that at the fall of man he died spiritually and thus was no longer able to walk in the spirit. There is only one way to be used of God and that is to walk in the spirit. Unfortunately most Christians can hardly recognize how a walk in the spirit differs from the natural walk of the soul. To walk in the spirit implies a walk by faith and not by sight, by the revelation of the Spirit rather than the pondering of the mind or the feelings of the emotions. The New Testament commands us to walk in the spirit, to pray in the Spirit, even to sing and worship in the spirit. Nothing that we do for God is acceptable to him unless we do it by walking in the spirit. Those who walk in the spirit do not depend on their intellect, their circumstances or their feelings. How to be transformed The Bible commands us to be transformed by the renewing of our mind. God's word teaches us how to be transformed in our emotions, our thinking and our desires. A transformed life implies a transformed soul. A transformed soul implies a renewed mind, renewed emotions and a renewed will. How to walk by faith The Bible also teaches us how to walk by faith by teaching us that whatever is not a faith is sin. In order to walk by faith it is necessary to walk in the Spirit since walking by sight is the same as walking in the flesh or according to the soul. How to recognize the gifts of the Holy Spirit In order to fulfill the purposes of God we must be able to do things that only God can do. Therefore we need gifts of the Holy Spirit. It is only through the gifts of the Holy Spirit that we can get the work done in order to prepare for the return of Jesus. How to practice spiritual gifts In order to practice the gifts of the Holy Spirit we must know how to identify spiritual gifts and how to apply them to our ministry. God gives spiritual gifts to all His people, and encourages us to seek after the best spiritual gifts. What will happen at the return of Jesus Christ The return of Jesus will occur on two distinct occasions. The first will be when he comes to rapture those who "have overcome." The second will be when he returns in glory to set up his millennial kingdom and earthly rule during 1000 years. We at the Vine International consider the knowledge and practice of these different truths as the minimum requirement for spiritual maturity. Through this course we believe that the student of God's Word will receive sufficient teaching to grow and develop as an overcoming disciple of Jesus Christ.
The transformation of the mind can take place only when one chooses to renew their mind. There is urgency for a radical change. Survival in the world today is contingent on a renewed mind. After 911, our survival still depends on America staying focused and our minds renewed daily.
Your Mind Is the Devil's Playground Here's the truth: The devil can't beat you on even ground. So he creeps his way into your mind, weaving words and situations into lies you take as truth: I'm a failure. Something's wrong with me. God's mad at me. Nobody cares about me. These devil-crafted lies create the emotional, psychological and spiritual conflicts that rob you of your God-given purpose. Yet you can win these battles. Here are the biblical tools you need to recognize the sour, subtle voice of the Accuser. Once you do, you will see his toxic thought-patterns and destructive lies for the slander they are. And you will say with unshakable confidence and courage: "Shut up, devil!" "In this insightful message, my friend Kyle Winkler exposes the lies of the enemy and empowers us to fight back. If you've ever wrestled with the accusations of the devil, then this book will equip you to shut him up."--JOHN BEVERE, bestselling author and co-founder of Messenger International and MessengerX "I'm thrilled about Kyle's new book. Using biblical wisdom, neuroscience and his own experience in battle, Kyle will help you silence the enemy's taunts, break free from the lies that bind you and live life with bold, humble faith."--SUSIE LARSON, talk radio host, bestselling author and national speaker
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Your sight. — Psalm 19:14 Do you long to deepen your intimacy with the Lord? To find a sense of soul-steadying peace? To develop emotional strength? Then you will need to pause long enough to be still and know He is God. Trusted Pastor Robert Morgan leads us through a journey into biblical meditation, which, he says, is thinking Scripture—not just reading Scripture or studying Scripture or even thinking about Scripture—but thinking Scripture, contemplating, visualizing, and personifying the precious truths God has given us. The practice is as easy and portable as your brain, as available as your imagination, as near as your Bible, and the benefits are immediate. As you ponder, picture, and personalize God’s Word, you begin looking at life through His lens, viewing the world from His perspective. And as your thoughts become happier and holier and brighter, so do you.
