“Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ
Jesus.”
(Philippians 2:5 NRSV)
The Army Chaplain Corps
was at one time in charge of Battle Mind training for Soldiers. The idea was to
mentally and spiritually prepare the Soldier for the realities of conflict. I
always felt this was the best training that a Soldier could receive before
going down range. We, as followers of Jesus, need this training also as we
constantly are engaged in spiritual conflict. Each and every day you are placed
on the front lines of an enemy that desire for your life to have no meaning or
purpose. His goal is for you to live defeated. Paul told the church at Philippi
that they must mentally and physically prepare for this fight. You and I are
the tip of the spear when it comes to engaging the world with the message of
Jesus. Let us not cower down at the moment that we are needed to press the
advantage. Let us have the same mind that was in Christ and that was a Battle
Mind.
IronMaker’s
Daily Challenge: Meditate on Philippians 2:5 and consider the
meaning of having a mind like Christ.
Prayer: Lord,
prepare my mind for the task before me. I ask you to use me to sharpen others
as I continue to be sharpened for you.
John
Branning
Lead Pastor,
Central United Methodist Church
Chaplain
(MAJ) 185th Theater Aviation Brigade
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