MIND - SET & MENTALITY

Romans 12:2

[2]And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Your mindset defines your choices, choices determines your actions and actions have consequences. we live each day on the consequences of our actions. You can't travel beyond the level of our mind and thought. You are the sum total of your thoughts 

Proverbs 23:7

For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith he to thee; but his heart is not with thee. 

That's why we must put frantic effort to renew our minds every day, it's called a mind-set because it's is your duty to set it. You  decide the kind of life you want to live. It is totally up to you. A clock works based on how you set it, same thing with your mind. 

Many people are not only conservative but extremely conservative in their thinking, they won't do things except In the conventional way even if the result remains the same. Same way, same pattern, same action. I have met and is still working with people who never change their mind over many things. I use to argue and argue with them, but I decided it is not worth it. One of the main reason people remain static in life is their mindset. So Sometimes it's not the devil but the decisions . Bishop Oyedepo says only a mad man will do the same thing and expect a different result. I have a cousin who lived with me, and any time I correct her about something or teach her something new she will tell me that's how her grandmother, mother, Aunty, sister and everyone has been doing it. I stopped correcting her, there is no need to waste energy on someone unwilling to improve on themselves. Sooner or later when everyone has gone ahead and they realized that they are alone in that school of thought , maybe they will move on if it is not too late by then. 

Our opening scripture says be transformed by renewing your Mind. There can't be transformation if there is no mind renewal. Strive to improve on your self each and every passing day. Successful people have one thing in common, a winning mindset or mentality .

It was Peter that Jesus said he will build his church on. (Matthew 16:18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.) 

But he couldn't get over his cultural mentality and his small mind about people of other nationality. Remember the story of Cornelius the centurion in acts 10. Peter was given the vision three times but his mind couldn't comprehend it. 

And since God's purposes must prevail. (Proverbs 19:21, There are many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.) God had to look for a befitting person for that role. And God used Paul who was the enemy of the Apostles and the church then. But was more intelligent and possess the quality needed for the prophecy to be Fulfilled.  Acts 26:24 And as he thus spake for himself, Festus said with a loud voice, Paul, thou art beside thyself; MUCH LEARNING doth make thee mad.

Through him we the gentiles have received the word. (2 Timothy 4:17 Notwithstanding the Lord stood with me, and strengthened me; that by me the preaching might be fully known, and that all the Gentiles might hear: and I was delivered out of the mouth of the lion.) 

Your mentality can affect your vision and destiny. Apostle Paul who was the least of the Apostles in his own words became the Rock on which the church was built. May our small minds not stop the plans of God from coming to pass in our Lives. And may our bishopric not be given to another also. 

The Bible says only a fool will not change his mind. ( Proverbs 12:15, The way of a fool is right in his own eyes: but he that hearkeneth unto counsel is wise. ) 

We are experiencing a paradigm shift in the world,  Don't remain static. The world is getting digital, get digital too. We are living in the era of enlightenment get enlightened. Any where you find yourself find out what works there, don't say i must do it this way or this is  how best I know to do it. Be flexible in your thought pattern but firm in your principles and moral values. Work on your habit and Character. Change is possible if you are willing to make it. As I look back on my journey in life so far, one thing I am most grateful for is my change of mindset about so many things . 

I had to made up my mind, (mind - set) to let go of Bitterness, anger, unforgiveness and being hard on myself etc. And Iife became more interesting.

Mentalities You shouldn't Have or should let go if you truly want to become all that God ordained you to be. 

 - A Looser Mentality : you must learn to differentiate failure from a person. Failure is a state and not a person. That you failed last year or yesterday does not make you a failure. Thomas Edison got it after the 99th attempt. 

-A Defeatist Mentality : You are a Victor in Christ, challenges shouldn't make you feel defeated. A righteous man falls seven times and he rise again. Never admit to being defeated in life. It is not over until it is over. Your best years and days are ahead of you. 

-Grasshopper mentality : A small mind that doesn't see beyond the now. People with this kind of mentality have low self esteem in themselves. They don't see any value or worth in them. 

-Envious and Jealous Mentality. When you envy another person, you are directly rejecting the greatness in you. Nobody is greater or better than you. We are only better than our former self and who we were yesterday. You have are unique and rare in your own way. Turn that negative envious energy to a positive one by working on yourself. 

-Arrogance and Pride: Proverbs 16:18 Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall. Pride Is a prove of low self esteem,that feeling that you are better than others is a feeling of low self confidence which is a limiting growth factor . A person of great self esteem sees values in themselves and others. Even if you are at a place where you are more advantaged than others, it is no reason you should treat them less. 

-Fearful Mind: God has not given us the spirit of fear but Love and sound mind. The righteous are bold as a lion. You are a lion because your Father is a Lion and Lion "no dey born goat" 😁 One major character of a lion is boldness. Proverbs 30:30, A lion which is strongest among beasts, and turneth not away for any; So let go of fear

You may be saying Andia, I want to experience changes in my life and let go of negative mentalities, but I don't know how to. 

Here's How To,  

You transform or renew your mind through

-The word of God, 

2 Corinthians 4:6, For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

-Prayer,

James 5:16 AMPC

[Confess to one another therefore your faults (your slips, your false steps, your offenses, your sins) and pray [also] for one another, that you may be healed and restored [to a spiritual tone of mind and heart]. The earnest (heartfelt, continued) prayer of a righteous man makes tremendous power available [dynamic in its working].

-Meditation 

1 Timothy 4:15, Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all.

-Diligent Study of relevant self development books

2 Timothy 2:15, Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

- Lastly learn from successful people especially the people whose present reality is what you are hoping to become in the future. You listen to them and follow them on social media. 

Hebrews 6:12, That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

Don't leave your mind idle or hungry. Feed it with well nourished materials. 

Beginning from Now, don't wait until the New Year. Get a journal and write the things you want to change in your life, the habit you want to cultivate, the kind of person you want to become in the next 1-10 years. 

Write the names of the books you Want to read in the Coming year. Including the number of verses of the Bible you intend to study every day , how many hours you want to be praying every day, courses you want to take in regards to your career etc. 

Set yourself up for growth and Re-new your mind and your Life.

 I will come with a list of books on personal development in the New Year. 

Become a brand New You at the end of 2025.

Compliments of The season and Merry Christmas To you and your family. 

Going on a Christmas Break 😊😊

SEE you in 2025 🎊🎊🎊🎊🎊

Keep Swaying!!💪💪

Recommended Bible verse Acts 10, Acts 23:1

I also recommend daily Book of Proverbs Reading for Self Discipline, Development and Wisdom.