Renewing Your Mind with Dr. David Imes | Romans 12:2

07/09/2025 39 min
Renewing Your Mind with Dr. David Imes | Romans 12:2

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Featuring: Dr. David Imes This week, Dr. David Imes shared a powerful message on the importance of renewing our minds, drawing from Romans 12:2: "Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God."Dr. Imes addressed the struggles many of us face with anxious thoughts and the impact of our thought life on our well-being. He explained that science and faith both affirm our ability to change and grow—our brains are "neuroplastic," meaning they can be reshaped by our thoughts and choices. God has given us the spiritual DNA to become more like Christ, and we are called to take every thought captive, replacing negativity with the truth of God's Word.Key practical steps included:Regularly reading and meditating on Scripture to shape our thinking.Taking time to quiet our minds and listen for God's voice.Speaking God's promises over our lives and others.Remembering that our identity is rooted in Christ, not in fear or past mistakes.Dr. Imes encouraged us to see ourselves as God sees us—loved, forgiven, and empowered to live out His will. As we renew our minds, we not only experience personal transformation but are better equipped to share hope with a hurting world.Let’s commit this week to renewing our minds through God’s Word and living out our true identity in Christ!Timestamps:01:38 Anxiety in Our Society02:12 Topic Introduction: Renewing Your Mind02:56 Faith, Science, and the Brain03:39 Key Scripture: Romans 12:204:59 Metamorphosis Analogy06:11 Spiritual DNA and God’s Promises07:23 Changing the Way We Think08:27 Mind vs. Brain & Neuroplasticity10:00 Conscious and Non-Conscious Thoughts11:00 The Brain’s Capacity for Change12:07 How Thoughts Become Physical13:47 Toxic Thoughts and Taking Thoughts Captive14:57 Epigenetics: Science Confirms Scripture16:22 Victim Mentality vs. Renewed Mind17:42 Neurogenesis: New Mercies Every Morning18:34 Faith, Healing, and the Power of Belief20:43 Taking Every Thought Captive21:44 The Power of Choice and Resting the Mind23:06 Quieting the Mind to Hear God24:15 Positive Self-Talk and Identity in Christ25:32 Practical Steps for Renewing the Mind28:10 Confessing God’s Word Over Your Life🙏 Need prayer? Submit your request HERE. Connect with Nfluence Church: Instagram: @nfluencechurch Facebook: facebook.com/nfluencechurch TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@nfluencechurch YouTube:youtube.com/@nfluencechurch Website: www.nfluencechurch.org Partner with us & impact ministries across the globe: pushpay.com/g/nfluencechurchonline