Spirit, the things of the Spirit. The behavior of believers follows their mindset. A change of attitude results from welcoming God’s Word. That new attitude in turn results in a change of behavior (cf. Phil 2:5–8; Col 3:2). Christians should actively seek to set their minds on … the things of the Spirit through daily prayer, consistent reading of God’s Word, and being involved with a fellowship of believers. Though doing these things (especially in a legalistic way) will not transform believers,
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