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2 Corinthians 10:3-5  (NKJV)

3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. 




The battle ground is within our minds. 




4 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God (the Bible) for pulling down strongholds, 






The enemy has to convince you that you are under his control.  This is called a stronghold in the Bible.  A stronghold is a lie.  We are to use God's Word to destroy the enemy's lies.  





5 casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God (the Bible), bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ,




Every thought matters.  Every mind needs a bouncer at the door.  






Philippians 4:4-8 (NKJV)

4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!




We are suppose to rejoice when we don't feel like it.  




5 Let your gentleness be known to all men. The Lord is at hand.
6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 




We don't have to ask God 500 times.  We find out if it is God's will in the Bible, and then ask Him for it.  Then, believe that He has answered our request. 



7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.




This is the bouncer that I was talking about.  Here are the things that we allow into our minds.  


 

8 Finally, brethren, 


whatever things are true, 


(bounce out lies)


whatever things are noble, 


whatever things are just, 


whatever things are pure, 


whatever things are lovely, 


whatever things are of good report, 


(bounce out bad reports)


if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.




If we fill our minds with these things, evil things will not be able to get in.  




Keith Moore, Faith Life Church

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