3rdquarter2013 lesson 11 reformation thinking new thoughts

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Lesson 11 for September 14, 2013


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Reformation occurs as the Holy Spirit

brings our thoughts into harmony

with Christs thoughts. When that

happens, our actions will follow.

What or who must we set

our mind on?

What must we thinkabout?

How can we control our

thoughts?

How are thoughts andbody related?

How are thoughts and

actions related?


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If then you were raised with Christ, seek

those things which are above, where Christis, sitting at the right hand of God. Setyour mind on things above, not on things onthe earth (Colossians 3:1-2)

We must set our mind on Heaven, on Christ.

When we turn our eyes upon Jesus, He transforms our thoughts and leads our actions.

But we all, with unveiled face, beholding as in a mirror the glory

of the Lord, are being transformed into the same image from gloryto glory, just as by the Spirit of the Lord (2 Corinthians 3:18)


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In Philippians 4:8, the apostle

Paul gave us a filter for our

thoughts.According to Paul, we must think

about:

Whatever things are true.

Whatever things are noble.

Whatever things are just. Whatever things are pure.

Whatever things are lovely.

Whatever things are of good

report. And there is also a second

filter:

If there is any virtue.

If there is anything praiseworthy.

If we think, watch or read anything or visit any place that cannot

satisfy those filters, we must stop it.


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There is a simple answer to that question: WECANT in our own strength.

We need external help to control our thoughts.

God will keep our thoughts if we let him to.

The Word of God invites us to bring every

thought into captivity to the obedience of

Christ (2 Corinthians 10:5)

If my thoughts are held by the positive

principles of the Word of God, our mind will be

safe and protected from the evil attacks by the

grace of God.

And the peace of God, which surpasses allunderstanding, will guard your hearts and minds

through Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7)


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E.G.W. (Counsels on Health, section 1, pg. 28)


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Now may the God of peace Himself sanctify you completely; and may yourwhole spirit, soul, and body be preserved blameless at the coming of our LordJesus Christ (1 Thessalonians 5:23)

God is calling us to a complete reformationfor our entire being: physically, mentally,

emotionally and spiritually.

Since mind and body are closely related, a

complete reformation must include:

Mind reformation: And do not be

conformed to this world, but be

transformed by the renewing of your

mind, that you may prove what is that

good and acceptable and perfect will ofGod(Romans 12:2)

Body reformation: Therefore, whether

you eat or drink, or whatever you do,

do all to the glory of God

(1 Corinthians 10:31)


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Do all things without complainingand disputing, that you may becomeblameless and harmless, children of

God without fault in the midst of acrooked and perverse generation,among whom you shine as lights inthe world (Philippians 2:14-15)

If our thoughts are controlled by

Christ, our actions will reflect Christs

light; we will be lights in the world(Mt. 5:14-16)

Our external behavior and look will be in harmony

with the purity of our thoughts.Do not let your adornment be merely outwardarranging the hair, wearing gold, or putting on fineapparelrather let it be the hidden person of theheart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle andquiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of

God (1 Peter 3:3-4)


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Although there may be a tainted,

corrupted atmosphere around us, we neednot breathe its miasma, but may live in the

pure air of heaven. We may close every

door to impure imaginings and unholy

thoughts by lifting the soul into thepresence of God through sincere prayer.

Those whose hearts are open to receive the

support and blessing of God will walk in a

holier atmosphere than that of earth and

will have constant communion with

heaven

E.G.W. (Steps to Christ, cp. 11, pg. 99)

3rdquarter2013 lesson 11 reformation thinking new thoughts

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