Wednesday, September 5

Be transformed by making your mind over.

—Rom. 12:2.

As we yield to the guidance of God’s holy spirit and align our thinking with Jehovah’s viewpoint as revealed in his Word, we will become more godly in our thoughts, words, and actions. (Luke 11:13; Gal. 5:22, 23)

Even then, we will need to remain on guard against succumbing to our particular weaknesses. (Prov. 4:23) If your spiritual progress seems slow, remember that such growth takes time. The cultivating of spiritual qualities is an ongoing process. We must be patient as we endeavor to let the Bible continue to produce positive changes in our life.

At first, we may need to discipline ourselves to do what is Scripturally right. In time, though, thinking and acting in a godly way will likely become easier and more natural for us as our thoughts and actions progressively line up with those of Jehovah God.

—Ps. 37:31; Prov. 23:12; Gal. 5:16, 17.

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