Being Spiritual Is

A Thought Process

Did you know that being Spiritual begins with, is controlled by, and is simply a Thought Process? That's right. It IS all in your head. We live in a world of regrets, and sorrows. worry and hate. Fear and even death. When you dwell on these things, you will become fearful, hateful, and even fall away from God.

"The natural person does not accept the things of the Spirit of God, for they are folly to him, and he is not able to understand them because they are spiritually discerned." 1 Corinthians 2:14

Paul writes this in Romans 8

"For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace. For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot. Those who are in the flesh cannot please God." Romans 8:5-8

Wait. Read that again.

"Those who are in the flesh cannot please God."

Why is this? Because we live in a World filled with Sin and Death. God is not the Lord of the Dead, but of the Living. He is not a Lord of Sin, but a God of Love and Righteousness. Paul continues on and writes this.

"So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons of God. For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs, heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him." Romans 8:12-17

Simply put, we are no longer OF this World. We are not controlled by it. We do not have to answer to it, {So to speak.} This is no longer our Home. We are Citizens of Heaven.

"So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints and members of the household of God," Ephesians 2:19

You have to stop thinking about all the things of this world and start learning of the things of God. Of your Daddy. However, just like being Worldy cannot please God, being Worldy cannot receive from God.

Jesus was talking to the Religious Folks of His day. Not just Religous, but Rulers of the Synagogues. He said this to them.

"Why do you not understand what I say? It is because you cannot bear to hear my word. You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father's desires. He was a murderer from the beginning and does not stand in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he lies, he speaks out of his own character, for he is a liar and the father of lies. But because I tell the truth, you do not believe me. Which one of you convicts me of sin? If I tell the truth, why do you not believe me? Whoever is of God hears the words of God. The reason why you do not hear them is that you are not of God." John 8:43-47

Religion is NOT Salvation. Never has been. Never will be. Please do not ever make that mistake. Being Religious means nothing if you leave out the Key. The Key is Jesus. The Key is doing what He commands us to do. The Key is to keep our minds of the things of Heaven, God, Jesus, and His Word. James put it this way. Again, he was talking to Religous People.

"You adulterous people! Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? Therefore whoever wishes to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God." James 4:4

You cannot be both. You just cannot. You cannot live a Worldly Life, seeking the things of this World, and be Godly and Seek the Kingdom of Heaven. You simply can't do it. Peter warns us in this way.

"Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul. Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good deeds and glorify God on the day of visitation." 1 Peter 2:11-12

Jesus tells us we need to have no fear of anything in this world, including evil people.

"And do not fear those who kill the body but cannot kill the soul. Rather fear him who can destroy both soul and body in hell."

No. Child of God, being Spiritual is not some great and unsolvable mystery. Being Spiritual is not even as hard as you think. Simply? Think up.

"Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth." Colossians 3:2

Stop thinking of all the negative.

"Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you." Philippians 4:8-9

Do you know Jesus as your Savior? Have you been adopted into the Family of God? If not, say this Prayer. Right now. Wherever you may be. Say it in your own words, and do not doubt in your heart. God will heal you. He will send the Spirit of Life to you. Let us Pray.

"Oh heavenly Father, Lord God. I am a Sinner. I know this. I know there is nothing I can do to change that. But I know you can. I accept Jesus and His Sacrifice for me. I believe that He raised from the Dead. I repent my Sins. Please send the Spirit of Adoption into my life. Help me to get to know the real you. Save me. Please. In the name of Jesus, Amen!"

That's it. It really is just that simple. Now go tell someone what you have just done. "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved." {Romans 10:9} You need to find a Church that God leads you to, and be Baptized the way Jesus said to be. You are now a Child of God. A New Creature. You "have put off the old man with his deeds, and have put on the new man, which is renewed in knowledge after the image of him that created him." {Colossians 3:10}

If you want to tell me, or comment, question, give testimonials, or just say "Hi," the Email is opntalk@gmail.com

The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost be with you all. Amen.{2 Corinthians 13}

Until next time, be Blessed, be a Blessing, and Jesus is Lord!