HOW TO DEVELOP A WINNER'S MINDSET

By Rev. Michael Benson Ajayi
Mark 8:35 KJV “ For whosoever will save his life shall lose it; but whosoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospel's, the same shall save it.” 
           Deprivation is a key component in the making of a disciple of Christ .Our relationship with the physical or material world does affect our spiritual development (James4:4). The human spirit has infinite capabilities but is limited in function by reason of its attachment to the human body. 
       The disciple of Christ is likened to a soldier (2Tim 2:4) who for the purpose of efficiency and effectiveness in the war-front isn’t expected to be entangled with civilian affairs. He lives a regimented life by reason of the goals he seeks to accomplish. A soldier has to be fit to carry his weapons; likewise the Christian has to be fit emotionally , physically and psychologically to carry his cross (luke9:23)  he must have a winner's mindset .
        The 'cross' is symbolic of the message of salvation by grace through faith where righteousness is attained not by human efforts but by God’s mercy haven been redeemed  through the blood of Jesus Christ thus, we stand justified by his grace and have become members of God’s household.
          To be an effective disciple of Christ involves denying oneself certain provisions of life. It is easier when done as an act of love when one considers what Jesus Christ had to go through to save us. When denial is seen as a religious demand, it becomes detrimental to the well-being of followers. Man –made religion works contrary to sound logic and therefore very damaging. It requires harsh treatment of the body and strong devotions premised on legalistic demands as though God requires human assistance in other to bless us.Non-biblical religious denials promote pride, immorality and hatred for God and man (Col.2:19-23).  
               While carrying our cross, we are to follow the master, trusting in His righteous counsel; then will the enabling power of His grace work through us to save lost souls. It is all about His will being done through us and not ours and when we allow Him have His way, we soon discover that His commandments aren’t grievous (1John5:3). This servant’s mindset places us upon a pedestal of constant victory because whatsoever is born of God overcomes the world (1john5:4): you are victorious in Jesus name.   
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