Topic: The Mind Matters [David Jeremiah Ministry 17 APRIL  2024 | Turning Point Ministries]

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The Mind Matters

APRIL 17, 2024

And take the helmet of salvation.
Ephesians 6:17

 Recommended Reading: James 1:5-8

The turban worn by Israel’s high priest was a mitznefet. That same word now describes a floppy, fabric helmet-covering worn by today’s Israeli soldiers on the battlefield. It breaks up the crisp silhouette of a traditional helmet, reduces glare, provides shade, and blends in with the terrain. Innovation continues—from Roman times to the present day—to find better ways to protect the head in battle.

The reason for protecting the head is to protect the brain—or in spiritual terms, the mind. When Paul refers to the “helmet of salvation” as part of our spiritual armor, he surely means the protection of the mind. So how does salvation protect our mind—our thoughts, our need for wisdom, our communication with God in prayer? It is the assurance of our salvation that forms the protective shield against doubt, temptation, and carnal or unwise thoughts. Just knowing we can call on God for wisdom, grace, and mercy at any time protects us from the fiery darts of Satan (Hebrews 4:16; James 1:5-8).

Do everything you can to protect and renew your mind by resting in the assurance of your salvation through Christ.

The end for which God instructs the mind is that He might transform the life.
Albert Martin

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