Reading: Romans 12:1-2; 1 Corinthians 2:16

Devotional: Mental training in God's army means allowing Him to completely rewire how you think. Romans 12:2 promises that when we refuse to conform to worldly patterns and instead undergo mental transformation, we unlock the ability to discern God's will—His good, pleasing, and perfect will.

Many believers spend decades asking, "What does God want from my life?" while never submitting to the renewal process. We want the revelation without the transformation. But a renewed mind doesn't happen through a one-time prayer; it happens through consistent exposure to God's Word, submission to His correction, and the humility to unlearn toxic thought patterns developed through past trauma or cultural conditioning.

When your mind aligns with Christ's thoughts, you stop operating from fear, insecurity, or worldly ambition. You begin to see with kingdom eyes, think with kingdom logic, and move with kingdom authority. This is when you become truly effective.

Reflection: What thought patterns need to be surrendered for renewal?