Character Under Construction: Foundational Thoughts

Foundational Thoughts

Character Under Construction

September 8, 2024

Dr. Clayton Chisum

The foundation of your character begins .

Everything you do and everything you believe first starts as a thought.

Romans 7:14-15 NLT

Romans 7:18-19 NLT

Romans 7:21-23 NLT

The mind is a battlefield because whatever has your has .

1 John 4:4 ESV

Romans 8:6 NLT

for a solid foundation of character

2 Corinthians 10:4-5 ESV

1. Dig up and destroy what’s

2. Stir your mind with

Romans 12:2 NLT

Philippians 4:8 NLT

3. Reinforce your thoughts with the

Romans 7:24-25 NLT

Discussion Questions:

1. How does the metaphor of concrete relate to building a strong character?
2. What is the war Paul describes in Romans 7? How does it relate to our own thought lives?
3. How does Satan’s deception work, and why does he focus on our minds?
4. How can we “destroy strongholds” and “take every thought captive to obey Christ”?
5. What are some examples of “false” thoughts that we might need to dig up and destroy?
6. Why is “reinforcement” necessary for a strong foundation, even with the other ingredients in place?
7. What role does Jesus play in reinforcing our thoughts and character?
8. How can we support and encourage one another in our efforts to build strong foundations of character?