The Battle Begins In Our Minds

The Battle Begins In Our Minds

This blog was originally written for the Release to God series on Brianna Grams' platform. Brianna is a fellow sister in faith, and we connected through Instagram sharing our journey of faith and family.

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Scripture Focus: Philippians 4:8-9 (NLT)

"And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise. Keep putting into practice all you learned and received from me—everything you heard from me and saw me doing. Then the God of peace will be with you."

As someone who thrives on action and results, I’ve often wondered why so many, especially believers, struggle to move forward in their God-given assignments. This frustration led me on a journey to uncover the root causes of stagnation. What I discovered was transformative: doubt and unbelief are often the primary culprits, subtly sabotaging our ability to take dominion in the areas God has called us to.

The Battle Begins in the Mind

Our mind, as part of the soul (mind, will, and emotions), is where the enemy often strikes first. He seeks to distort our:

  • Thoughts (mind): Planting limiting beliefs.

  • Motives (heart posture): Tainting intentions.

  • Movements (actions): Hindering progress.

The enemy doesn’t need to attack our actions if he can paralyze us with a cycle of doubt and impure motives. By the time we recognize this attack, we’re often entrenched in inaction, far removed from the dominion God intended for us.

Flipping the Script: Philippians 4:8 as a Framework

Philippians 4:8 gives us a divine strategy to renew our thoughts. I began applying it as a mental checklist:

  • Is this true?

  • Is it honorable?

  • Is it right?

  • Is it pure?

  • Is it lovely?

  • Is it admirable?

  • Is it excellent and worthy of praise?

By the time I reached the third or fourth question, I often realized the answer was no. That was my cue to redirect my thoughts. This practice helped me replace limiting beliefs with godly perspectives, setting the foundation for breakthroughs.

Understanding the Conscious and Subconscious Mind

As part of this journey, I also studied the distinction between the conscious and subconscious mind:

  • Conscious Mind: Logical and aware, processing information from our five senses.

  • Subconscious Mind: Emotional and instinctual, storing beliefs, experiences, and patterns.

The subconscious mind is like the hidden part of an iceberg, influencing our conscious actions more than we realize. Limiting beliefs take root here, creating cycles of distress rather than dominion. To break free, we must confront and reprogram these deeply ingrained patterns through God’s Word.

Putting It into Practice: A Process, Not Perfection

Philippians 4:9 reminds us to continuously practice these principles. It’s not a one-time fix but an ongoing process of refining our thoughts, motives, and actions. The more we align these with Christ, the more peace and purpose we experience.

  • Mind: Fix your thoughts on what is true and honorable.

  • Motives: Examine your intentions through the lens of purity and love.

  • Movements: Act with excellence, ensuring your actions reflect God’s will.

Living in Dominion

Breaking through limiting beliefs requires intentionality. By anchoring our thoughts in Philippians 4:8 and consistently practicing these principles, we can step into the fullness of what God has for us. Let’s choose today to renew our minds, purify our motives, and boldly move in obedience, reflecting the character of Christ in all we do.

Reflection Questions:

  • What thoughts have been holding you back from God’s calling?

  • How can you use Philippians 4:8 as a framework for renewing your mind?

  • What small steps can you take today to align your motives and movements with God’s purpose?

  • Remember: The God of peace is with us as we walk this journey, one step at a time.

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