“What comes into our minds when we think about God is the most important thing about us.” – A.W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God. What comes to your mind when you think about God?
What is the Holy Spirit’s role in changing our thinking, reshaping our thinking and deepening our thinking?
Read 1 Corinthians 2.6-16.
What’s the difference in being a “spiritual” person and being a “Spirit” person? How would these differences express themselves in your daily life? How would these differences express themselves eternally?
Read 1 Corinthians 2.16 and Isaiah 40.13. What is Paul’s purpose in quoting the Old Testament when writing this portion of the letter to the Corinthians? What’s the overarching message Paul is conveying in this specific text?
In your own words, define the “mind of Christ.” Do you have the mind of Christ? If so, how does His mind permeate every area of your life?
How do you resolve the tension of your mind being the “mind of Christ” and your mind being sinful at times?
Do a quick search of Scripture to further understand the truths of the “mind of Christ.” What’s one area you desire to grow in your thinking and being? How is the “mind of Christ” growing you in this way?
Where did you first encounter the relevancy of the Spirit of God?
How are you sensing the Spirit as the author and perfecter of your faith?
Read the following phrases and the corresponding verses. Note how you see the Spirit at work in each dynamic. Be specific in what He is doing in you and through you.
The Spirit sanctifies us.
- 1 Corinthians 6.11
The Spirit transforms us.
- 2 Corinthians 3.18
The Spirit leads us to an ever-increasing love for God.
- Romans 5.3-5
The Spirit gives us the ability to discern God’s will.
- Romans 12.1-2
The Spirit helps us overcome temptation and sin.
- 1 John 4.4 (NLT)
The Spirit gives us life and abundant life.
- Romans 8.9-11
The Spirit leads us to eternal life.
- Revelation 7.9-12
Spend time meditating on Psalm 1.
