Dwelling on the truth of the gospel produces an overflowing heart of worship – which includes a variety of musical styles (psalms, hymns and spiritual songs) teaching and admonishing each other and responding to the Lord with grace in your hearts. 

Colossians 3:16 provides valuable insights into the renewal of the mind:

Colossians 3:16 (NIV): > Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.

Connection to Renewal of the Mind:

1. Indwelling of Christ's Message:
   • Paul encourages believers to let the message of Christ dwell richly within them. This indwelling is a key aspect of mind renewal. When Christ's teachings and truths are deeply embedded in our hearts and minds, they transform our thinking and guide our actions.
2. Teaching and Admonishing:
   • The verse emphasizes teaching and admonishing one another with wisdom. This communal aspect of sharing and reinforcing Christ's message helps to continually renew and strengthen our minds. By engaging in collective wisdom, we sharpen and support each other's spiritual growth.
3. Worship and Gratitude:
   • Through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, believers' express worship and gratitude to God. This practice of worship not only renews the spirit but also refreshes the mind. Singing and expressing gratitude keeps our focus on God's goodness, which is central to mind renewal.
4. Wisdom from the Spirit:
   • The wisdom that comes from the Spirit is another key element in the renewal process. As we open ourselves to the Spirit's guidance, we gain deeper insights and understanding that reshape our thoughts and perspectives.

Practical Application:

• Daily Devotion: Spend time daily reading and reflecting on Christ's message to allow it to dwell richly in you.
• Community Engagement: Participate in Bible studies and fellowship groups to teach and admonish one another in wisdom.
• Worship Practices: Regularly engage in worship through singing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, cultivating a heart of gratitude.
• Seek Spiritual Wisdom: Be open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit, seeking wisdom that transforms your mind and actions.

By embracing the principles in Colossians 3:16, we can experience a profound renewal of our minds, rooted in the rich indwelling of Christ's message, communal wisdom, worship, and gratitude.

Tomorrow: Jeremiah 29:11