2 Corinthians 10:5
“We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.”
When praying, it can be easy for our minds to wander. But, it’s important to know that by the power of the Holy Spirit in us, we can take every thought captive.
I love the sports term, “quick flush.” When playing softball in college, if I made an error, I would kick some dirt and tell myself, “Get the next one.” Flush it, and move on. Honestly, I’ve found that mindset useful when distracted in prayer. If I catch myself thinking about online shopping while reading the precious scripture, I’ll re-focus and say, “I’m back Jesus.”
1 Corinthians 2:16 says, “For who hath known the mind of the Lord, that he should instruct him? But we have the mind of Christ.” Christ not only gave us His body but also His mind. Woah. In joining into prayer, we’re also partaking in such fellowship with Jesus that we can perceive, know, and understand His thoughts. Have you ever been such good friends with someone that you can finish each other’s sentences or have this canny ability to know what they’re thinking? Welp. John 15:15 says,” I no longer call you servants because a servant does not know his master’s business. Instead, I have called you friends, for everything that I learned from my Father I have made known to you.”
Jesus is looking for friends. The best decision you could ever make in life is to befriend Jesus.
Important note: The Lord will often speak in prayer through scripture, thoughts, ideas, “a knowing”, etc. It’s not always this audible thundering voice from the throne, although that would be terrifying and wonderful. If any thought comes to mind that is in direct opposition to the Word of God, take it captive. Seriously, demolish. Don’t give it a second thought. By knowing His Word, you’ll know His voice. You’ll know what aligns with His Word and what does not. In order to know His voice, we must know His Word. Read, and meditate on it daily friends, not turning to the left or to the right. (John 10:27-28)
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