Renewing Your Mind

Paul wrote these words nearly two thousand years ago, yet they feel strikingly relevant today. We live in a world overflowing with ideas, opinions, and messages that shape how we think—often without us realizing it.

Paul warns believers to avoid “godless myths”—false ideas that creep into our minds and slowly distort truth. These myths don’t require effort to believe. In fact, doing nothing at all often allows them to take root. That’s why confusion is so common in our culture: when we don’t actively renew our minds, something else will do it for us.

Instead of passively absorbing the world’s thinking, Paul calls us to train ourselves to be godly. Training is intentional. It requires discipline, repetition, and commitment. No one becomes physically strong by accident—and spiritual growth works the same way.

Godliness is not just about what we avoid; it’s about what we pursue. When we consistently choose God’s truth, align our thoughts with His Word, and guard what shapes our thinking, transformation follows. And unlike physical training—which benefits us only for a season—training in godliness carries eternal value.

Renewing your mind isn’t a one-time decision. It’s a daily practice. But it’s always worth the effort—because it shapes both how we live now and how we live forever.