Captive, Not Comfortable

2 Corinthians 10:5

Paul says we are to take thoughts captive. That is strong language on purpose. He does not say:

  • entertain every thought

  • make peace with every thought

  • sit passively under every thought

He says: take it captive. That means when a thought shows up that does not align with the truth of Christ, it should not be allowed to settle in like a welcomed guest. It should be confronted and surrendered.

  • Reflect: What thought in your life has become too comfortable when it actually needs to be confronted?

  • Pray: Lord, help me stop making peace with thoughts that need to be taken captive. Give me wisdom and courage to confront what is false.