Commit to a plan of thinking

When we read in the Bible some simple achievable instructions (speak the truth, slow to anger, pray) and we convince ourselves not to do it we ought to think deeper as to how we made that decision ~ not to do it.

Whatever our inclination we ought to do what the Bible says and get a better understanding of what it means. Consultation about this with a spiritual leader is recommended to help set some achievable goals.

If we do not have a goal to improve then we probably won't. Goal setting is part of any successful practice.

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Since we ought to love God with all our mind, then we first must set our minds with God. Each day we must set our thoughts and Godly character to develop a Godly mindset. We can think about God with our senses (think love and feel it). We can think about truth and how it feels to be in truth.

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Sharing our improved ideas, goals, and experiences with others can help grow our mindsets with God. We ought to challenge each other with love to help each other keep growing. Such discussions ought to be regular, weekly or more.

Praying for strength to do God's will more and more can do great things for us. Willingness to pray and seek God's help is always a huge first step in the right direction.