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Monthly Question Page
Q. Before I got saved I occupied my mind with some really bad stuff. How do I clean up my thoughts and clear my mind?
A. Clearing our minds of wicked thoughts and things we have been exposed to that are corrupt is not easy. However, it will be helpful to consider several verses.
First, we need our minds renewed. “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2). This comes from focusing on Christ and His thoughts. “Have your mind on the things that are above, not on the things that are on the earth” (Colossians 3:2 J.N.D.).
Secondly, continue to occupy your mind with that which is pure and holy. Instead of fighting with bad thoughts, fill your mind with thoughts of Christ. Ask yourselves, What do I think about in my spare or quiet moments? Here is the key:
“Whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things” (Philippians 4:8).
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