A SOUND MIND

The Greek word sophronismos (translated - 'sound mind'), is used only once in Scripture ...

For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. (2 Timothy 1:7) 

Paul knew that he'd come to the end of his ministry and was about to be martyred. That is when he wrote a profoundly intimate letter to Timothy. It is a heartfelt message of encouragement not only for his 'son in the faith', but for every follower of Jesus Christ. In another place, he reminds us that ... 

The mind governed by the flesh is death, but the mind governed by the Spirit is life and peace. (Romans 8:6)

Biblically, a 'sound mind' is under the control of the Holy Spirit. It requires a thought process based on the wisdom and clarity that God imparts, rather than being manipulated by the circumstances of everyday life. The command comes ...

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is - His good, pleasing, and perfect will. (Romans 12:2).

Courage and determination are necessary to navigate this lost and dying world (especially in these, the end of days). A 'sound mind' allows us to ward off that which seeks to disrupt our walk of faith so that we might boldly move forward for the cause of Christ. Time is short ...

Therefore gird up the loins of your mind, be sober, and rest your hope fully upon the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. (1 Peter 1:13)

It is through sanctification that 'soundness of mind' is given. From the inside out, the Holy Spirit reshapes and transforms not just how you think, but who you are. 

Yield your life to the Potter's wheel, pilgrim.