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However, this notion overlooks the regret and dissatisfaction experienced by many who solely pursue worldly success. Perhaps it&#8217;s time to reevaluate what the Bible says about being heavenly-minded.<\/p><p>Paul urges us to focus on heavenly, not earthly, matters (Col 3:2). He contrasts being alive on Earth but spiritually dead, with being spiritually alive but dead to earthly sins. This choice guides our Christian journey.<\/p><p>How to be heavenly-minded? In times of uncertainty, the Bible should be our guide. Paul tells us to put to death our earthly behaviors (Col 3:5). Our deepest desires often reflect our spiritual state; managing them makes us holy and pleasing to God. We should also protect our hopes and desires with the same intensity as God protects us. This is not a one-time task, but a continual effort.<\/p><p>A second step is putting on the &#8216;new man,&#8217; aligning our character with that of Christ (Col 3:8-10). Dismissing &#8216;minor&#8217; sins can be tempting but dangerous. As Christians, we&#8217;re called to be different. To dismiss this call is to disregard our God-given privilege.<\/p><p>Paul likens becoming a Christian to changing clothes: taking off the &#8216;old man&#8217; and putting on the &#8216;new man&#8217; (Col 3:8\u201310). This process, challenging but essential, is facilitated by the Bible and the Holy Spirit. They guide us towards spiritual maturity.<\/p><p>Finally, knowledge of God should be transformative (Col 3:16). As we understand more about Jesus, we become more like Him. This is the ultimate goal of the Christian life. Therefore, let&#8217;s continually renew our knowledge, keeping our minds, hopes, and desires focused on things above, making our way to heavenly rest, day by day (Col 3:4).<\/p><p>Please join us at True Jesus Church Chicago to learn more about God and His Holy Spirit. 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