Thinking Like the Coach—The Mind of Christ

Why a Spiritual Mindset Changes Everything

A winning team doesn’t just follow the coach—they think like the coach. In Chapter 8, Stirlen explores what it means to “have the mind of Christ.” He reminds us that transformation starts in the mind—when we allow the Holy Spirit to reshape our thoughts, values, and decisions to match those of our Head Coach.
Carnal thinking leads to compromise. But Spirit-filled thinking leads to vision, purpose, and power. Stirlen shares his own testimony of how God changed his heart and mindset when he surrendered to Christ. From that moment, he saw the world differently—through a lens of evangelism and discipleship.

To have the mind of Christ is to prioritize what He prioritizes. It’s not mystical—it’s practical. It means thinking biblically, praying fervently, and obeying quickly.

Start each day this week by praying: “Lord, give me your mindset today.” Then read a passage of Scripture and look for how it reveals Christ’s priorities.

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