The greatest battles of the Christian life are not waged outwardly but instead take place on the invisible battlefields of the believer’s heart, mind, and soul. Sadly, many battles are lost before they even begin. Christians whose minds are captivated by worldly thoughts and interests find themselves at a disadvantage when it comes to living out their faith. This is because the direction of the mind determines the direction of one’s life. To cultivate a life of godliness, a believer must begin by driving ungodly thoughts out of his or her mind and cultivating a mind that is firmly rooted in the things of God.