Bible Chapter: II Corinthians 10

Because the Bible is practical, here are some statements to get you thinking.

1.  Write one or two key thoughts that come from today’s reading.
    We are in a spiritual battle and God gives us the weapons to use.  They are not the same that worldly people use and are empowered by God.  We don’t live by the standards of the world.  That is probably one of the biggest struggles that believers face.  We see how the world lives and are drawn to make decisions based on their standards.  God’s standards are so much higher.
    The weapons we have are mighty for the pulling down of strongholds.  We have the power of the blood of Jesus and the Holy Spirit.  God has given us prayer.  All of the weapons God has provided are stronger than what the world has.  We must learn to use them and then actually use them.
    The human mind is a major battleground.  We are to take every thought captive.  We are to control what we allow to come before our eyes and ears as gates into our minds.  Then we are to be cautious as to what we dwell on in our minds.  We must make our thoughts obedient to Jesus.  Reject unwholesome thoughts and focus on the eternal.

2.  What can I apply in my life from the reading?
    Over the years I have found it so easy to be drawn into dealing with the issues of life with human tactics.  But the real issues we deal with are spiritual, not political or financial or any other subject.  It is easy to be drawn into the thought of churches and political action.  The battle will be won with prayer and the weapons God has provided.  Paul mentioned in this chapter that some say he was unimpressive in person.  He once wrote that he didn’t come with excellence of speech.  He came with the power of God.  That is what I need more than anything.

3.  How can I help someone?
    I can look for the real needs people have.  Many people think that if someone would just give them enough money, their problems would be solved.  I know that most issues people deal with are deeper than simply some more material possessions.  I need to help people with their real needs, their spiritual needs.  This may include help with material needs, but it cannot stop there.