The thought of foolishness is sin: and the scorner is an abomination to men. (Proverbs 24:9)
Sin is not just an external action we do, but it also influences our minds.
Satan can speak to you the same way the Holy Spirit can. He is not inside you but he can whisper suggestions into your ear. When we entertain those thoughts, we allow sin to come into our lives.
The Holy Spirit lives inside of every born-again believer. He reminds us of our identity in Christ, guides us, and comforts us when facing difficulty. On the other hand, Satan’s words always confuse and mislead while bringing condemnation to believers. While the Holy Spirit gives us God’s truth and leads us to pursue righteous actions, the enemy aims to instill fear and doubt. Satan is a thief who wants to steal your peace, your power, your potential, and, eventually, your life.
Believers must realize the importance of being more sensitive to the Holy Spirit, allowing Him to guide our thoughts and decisions. We cannot control every thought that comes to mind, but we can control how we respond. We can allow the Holy Spirit to guide those thoughts and submit them to the Word of God. Capturing every thought means actively evaluating our thoughts and rejecting anything that does not align with God’s Word. Be aware of the thoughts that enter your mind. Identify any that promote fear, doubt, or negativity and decide to throw them down.
Practical Application
When a thought appears in your mind, evaluate it with the Holy Spirit. Ask the Holy Spirit: “Did this come from God? Did this come from the enemy? Or did this come from my flesh?” Accept only God's thoughts and dismiss the other two. Learn to be more sensitive to the Holy Spirit when it comes to your thoughts throughout your day.