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Romans‬ ‭12:2‬ ‭NKJV‬ 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 of God.

‭‭Colossians‬ ‭3:2‬ ‭NKJV‬‬ Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth.

God has given us the ability to control our thoughts and our minds. We don’t determine what comes in our thoughts, but we determine what stays.

Our minds shouldn’t control us. We should control it. God has designed us such that neither the devil nor He Himself can take over our minds without our consent.

Through His word, God gives us the answer on how to keep our thoughts and minds set, but it’s ultimately up to us. If we allow evil, negative, or perverted thoughts to dwell in our minds, there is nothing anyone (God, a counselor, etc.) can do about it.

However, if we accept His advice in ‭‭2 Corinthians‬ ‭10:5‬ and cast down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God and bring every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, we’ll successfully take control over our minds.

Whatever happens in our lives (good or bad) first begins with a thought. If we set our minds on the things of God, we’ll get heavenly results. If we dwell on things that satisfy our flesh, our lives will ultimately be corrupted (Gal. 6:8). Take control over your thoughts and don’t let your thoughts dominate you.