Spiritual taste: We enjoy the many characteristics of God.

By experiencing God through His Word and through our lives, we are then able to see God's love, mercy, grace, goodness and His sweetness.

Psalm 119:103 How sweet are thy words unto my taste! yea, sweeter than honey to my mouth.

Psalm 34:8 O taste and see that the LORD is good: blessed is the man that trusteth in Him.

Romans 12:1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.

Philippians 5:11 Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus.

Smells or odors,are mentioned in the Bible with over 200 references that are both positive and negative.

Scents like frankincense, myrrh, and other fragrant spices were used in religious rituals and anointings.

Unpleasant odors are also mentioned, sometimes in reference to sin or judgment.

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Romans 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

If we refuse to be transformed by the Word of God, we will automatically be conformed to this world. Our transformation is an act of our free will.

Romans 10:17 So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the Word of God.

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Takeaways from Part (9)

Prioritize spiritual values and goals over worldly pursuits.

Simply hearing God's Word is not enough for believers; what we hear must be put into practice.

I have often encouraged believers to actively seek to hear God's voice through prayer, study of the Bible and meditating on God's Word.

I have often emphasized the need to discern what we hear, distinguishing between true and false teachings.

What believers hear and how believers hear will have profound consequences for their spiritual lives and their relationships with God.

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HEARING: the ability to perceive sound, using our ears to detect vibrations in the air.

We can receive guidance and wisdom through the word of God in all areas of our life.

We are also warned to be careful what we hear, as worldly influences can transform us and impact our faith and behavior.

As believers, we should be focused and receptive when hearing the word of God.

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As believers, we should actively transform our thinking by aligning it with God's Word, as described in Romans 12:2.

A biblical mindset prioritizes spiritual values and goals over worldly pursuits, as seen in Colossians 3:2: Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.

God has blessed us with 5 senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch. These senses allow us to perceive and interact with the world around us.

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A HEAVENLY MINDSET expresses gratitude to God, taking time out of each day to express love and appreciation to God for all that He has done for us, lifting our voices, giving Him praise, thanksgiving and honor to His name.

We thank our Heavenly Father for sending His only Son to die for us all. We thank Jesus for sacrificing His life to atone for our sins and reconcile us back to God.

A HEAVENLY MINDSET focuses on eternal things, not just on things of this world.

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Heavenly Mindset This peaceful mindset acts as a protective force for the mind and heart; it offers strength and stability in the face of circumstances, trials and tests. This peace is more than just the absence of worry or distress; it is deeply, eternally rooted in faith and trust in God.

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Heavenly Mindset

This type of mindset is developed over time like any relationship. It requires communication; as you communicate with God, you will draw closer and closer to Him. Remember that, in His Word, He tells you to draw closer to Him and He will draw closer to you. Divine peace is found in your personal relationship with Christ, and it's through Him, that all believers can experience this divine peace.

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Romans 12:2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Having a heavenly mindset does not mean that you will not face circumstances trials and tests…..However, the Word of God does say in Isaiah 26:3 Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee.

NOTE: "Trust in thee."

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