The Yielded Mind Podcast

Eric S. Hayes
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Created for those who desire lasting transformation, this podcast guides you through the daily practice of renewing your mind through the work of the indwelling Holy Spirit. In a world filled with pressure, noise, and constant demands, many attempt to change through effort, discipline, and control. True transformation does not come from striving. Transformation comes as the mind yields to the Spirit of God already at work within. Your host is Eric Hayes, minister, teacher, and author of The Yielded Mind. His work equips believers to step out of self-driven effort and walk in daily surrender, where the Holy Spirit brings lasting change from within. This is not a podcast for reflection.  This is a pathway to transformation.

  1. 9h ago

    Day 44: Growing in Wisdom | Living the Yielded Mind Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

    Send us Fan Mail This Christian devotional explores James 1:5 and the life-changing invitation to ask God for wisdom. Discover how the Holy Spirit renews the mind by teaching you to seek God's direction before relying on your own understanding and to apply His truth faithfully to the decisions, relationships, opportunities, and trials of everyday life. You do not have to possess all the answers. Ask God for wisdom. Welcome to Day 44 of The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal. As Living the Yielded Mind Week continues, you'll discover one of the greatest gifts God offers as you walk with Him—His wisdom. Through James 1:5, you'll learn that your heavenly Father is not reluctant to guide you but generously gives wisdom as you seek His direction, trust His Word, and follow the leading of His indwelling Holy Spirit. In today's episode, you'll learn the difference between knowledge and wisdom, why seeking God's wisdom is an expression of surrender, and how walking with the Holy Spirit teaches you to depend upon God's perspective rather than your own understanding. Today's Scripture: James 1:5 (English Standard Version) In This Episode: The difference between biblical knowledge and wisdomWhy James connects the need for wisdom with life's trialsWhat God's generous gift of wisdom reveals about His characterWhy asking God first is an expression of surrenderHow God provides wisdom through Scripture, prayer, the Holy Spirit, and wise counselWhy God's wisdom may sometimes require waiting for greater clarityHow growing in wisdom changes the way you approach everyday decisionsA guided prayer for wisdom, discernment, patience, and faithful obedienceKey Truth: "You do not have to possess all the answers. Your heavenly Father generously gives wisdom as you seek His direction, trust His Word, and follow the leading of His indwelling Holy Spirit." Reflection Question: What decision, circumstance, or relationship are you trying to understand through your own wisdom that you need to bring before God and ask for His wisdom today? Prayer Focus: Ask the Holy Spirit to teach you to seek God's wisdom before relying upon your own understanding, give you discernment when the way seems unclear, patience when the answer requires waiting, and courage to obey when God's direction becomes clear. Scripture: "If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask God, who gives generously to all without reproach, and it will be given him." (James 1:5 ESV) If today's episode encouraged you, consider following the podcast, sharing it with someone who needs hope, and leaving a rating and review. It helps more people discover the transforming power of God's truth. For additional resources, visit TheYieldedMind.com. The Yielded Mind is written and hosted by Eric S. Hayes. Support the show

    Day 44: Growing in Wisdom | Living the Yielded Mind Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

  2. 2d ago

    Day 42: Christ Above All | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

    Send us Fan Mail This Christian devotional explores Colossians 3:1–2 and the life-changing call to set your mind on Jesus Christ above all. Discover how the Holy Spirit renews the mind by redirecting your attention from fear, uncertainty, circumstances, and earthly concerns toward the truth, presence, and authority of the risen Christ. A yielded mind knows where to return. Set your mind on Christ above all. Welcome to Day 42 of The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal. As Christ at the Center Week concludes, you'll discover the place where a yielded mind must continually return. Through Colossians 3:1–2, you'll learn that because you have been raised with Christ and given new life in Him, your thoughts no longer have to be governed by changing circumstances, uncertain futures, or the pressures of this world. You can set your mind upon the risen Christ, who reigns in authority at the right hand of God. In today's episode, you'll learn what it means to seek the things above, why your mind must continually return to Christ, and how the Holy Spirit helps you see your circumstances from the perspective of the One who reigns above them. Today's Scripture: Colossians 3:1–2 (English Standard Version) In This Episode:  What it means to seek the things that are above Why your new life in Christ calls you to a new focus How circumstances, approval, fear, and self can compete for the center of your mind Why Christ's position at the right hand of God gives you confidence and hope How a yielded mind continually returns its attention to Jesus Christ Why setting your mind on Christ changes the way you see earthly circumstances A guided prayer to keep Christ above every fear, desire, ambition, and circumstanceKey Truth: "Set your mind on Christ above all, allowing His truth, His presence, and His authority to shape the way you see everything else." Reflection Question: What has been occupying the center of your thoughts that the Holy Spirit is inviting you to place beneath the truth, presence, and authority of Jesus Christ? Prayer Focus: Ask the Holy Spirit to continually draw your thoughts back to Jesus Christ, renew your mind through God's truth, and help you see every fear, disappointment, uncertainty, desire, and circumstance from the perspective of the One who reigns above it all. Scripture: "If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth." (Colossians 3:1–2 ESV) If today's episode encouraged you, consider following the podcast, sharing it with someone who needs hope, and leaving a rating and review. It helps more people discover the transforming power of God's truth. For additional resources, visit TheYieldedMind.com. The Yielded Mind is written and hosted by Eric S. Hayes. Support the show

    Day 42: Christ Above All | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

  3. 2d ago

    Day 43: Walking by the Spirit | Living the Yielded Mind Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

    Send us Fan Mail This Christian devotional explores Galatians 5:16 and the life-changing call to walk by the Holy Spirit each day. Discover how the Holy Spirit renews the mind by leading you through ordinary moments, helping you surrender your thoughts, decisions, emotions, and responses as you learn to live the yielded mind with Jesus Christ at the center. The yielded mind is not a journey you complete. It is a life you learn to live. Welcome to Day 43 of The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal. As Living the Yielded Mind Week begins, you'll discover how everything you've learned throughout this journey becomes a daily way of life. Through Galatians 5:16, you'll learn that walking by the Spirit happens one surrendered thought, one obedient response, and one faithful step at a time. In today's episode, you'll learn what it means to walk by the Spirit, how Revelation, Conflict, Discipline, Surrender, Transformation, and Christ at the Center come together in everyday life, and why the Holy Spirit will continue His renewing work long after this 50-day journey is complete. Today's Scripture: Galatians 5:16 (English Standard Version) In This Episode:  What it means to walk by the Holy Spirit Why the yielded life is lived one faithful step at a time How the previous weeks of this journey come together in everyday life Why ordinary moments can reveal the Holy Spirit's transforming work How walking by the Spirit helps you resist the desires of the flesh Why struggles and setbacks are opportunities to return to truth, surrender, and Jesus A guided prayer for a lifetime of walking joyfully with the Holy SpiritKey Truth: "You were never meant simply to complete the journey of the yielded mind. You were meant to live it—walking joyfully with the Holy Spirit, one surrendered thought, one obedient response, and one faithful step at a time." Reflection Question: What ordinary area of your life is the Holy Spirit inviting you to surrender more intentionally to His leadership today? Prayer Focus: Ask the Holy Spirit to lead you through the ordinary moments of each day, renew your thoughts when old patterns return, strengthen you to surrender your responses, and teach you to walk faithfully with Christ at the center one step at a time. Scripture: "But I say, walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh." (Galatians 5:16 ESV) If today's episode encouraged you, consider following the podcast, sharing it with someone who needs hope, and leaving a rating and review. It helps more people discover the transforming power of God's truth. For additional resources, visit TheYieldedMind.com. The Yielded Mind is written and hosted by Eric S. Hayes. Support the show

    Day 43: Walking by the Spirit | Living the Yielded Mind Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

  4. 3d ago

    Day 41: Following His Voice | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

    Send us Fan Mail This Christian devotional explores John 10:27 and the life-changing call to hear and follow the voice of Jesus Christ. Discover how the Holy Spirit renews the mind by teaching you to recognize the Shepherd's voice, discern His leading through God's Word, and respond with humble obedience to His direction. A yielded mind listens for the Shepherd's voice and follows where He leads. Welcome to Day 41 of The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal. As Christ at the Center Week continues, you'll discover that following Jesus requires more than knowing facts about Him—it requires knowing Him, recognizing His voice, and responding when He leads. Through John 10:27, you'll learn how the Holy Spirit continually points you toward Christ and teaches you to discern His leading through Scripture, prayer, and fellowship with Him. In today's episode, you'll learn what it means to hear the Shepherd's voice, why discernment requires familiarity with God's Word and the character of Jesus, and why hearing His voice is never the final goal—following Him is. Today's Scripture: John 10:27 (English Standard Version) In This Episode:  What Jesus means when He says His sheep hear His voice Why knowing Jesus helps you recognize what agrees with His character How the Holy Spirit points you toward Christ and His truth Why not every thought or voice competing for your attention comes from God How to discern spiritual direction through Scripture and the character of Jesus Why hearing the Shepherd's voice must lead to obedience A guided prayer for listening, discernment, and faithful obedienceKey Truth: "Jesus knows you, calls you, and leads you; as you remain close to Him and yield to His indwelling Holy Spirit, you become increasingly able to recognize His voice and follow where He leads." Reflection Question: What is the Holy Spirit inviting you to surrender or obey as you seek to recognize and follow the voice of your Shepherd? Prayer Focus: Ask the Holy Spirit to help you recognize the voice of Jesus, test what you hear against God's Word, discern His leading wisely, and respond with humble obedience wherever He leads. Scripture: "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me." (John 10:27 ESV) If today's episode encouraged you, consider following the podcast, sharing it with someone who needs hope, and leaving a rating and review. It helps more people discover the transforming power of God's truth. For additional resources, visit TheYieldedMind.com. The Yielded Mind is written and hosted by Eric S. Hayes.  Support the show

    Day 41: Following His Voice | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

  5. 4d ago

    Day 40: The Mind of Christ | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

    Send us Fan Mail This Christian devotional explores Philippians 2:5 and the life-changing truth that believers have the mind of Christ through the indwelling Holy Spirit. Discover how the Holy Spirit renews the mind by shaping your thoughts, attitudes, desires, and responses according to the humility, obedience, and love of Jesus Christ. The mind of Christ changes the way you think, respond, and live. Welcome to Day 40 of The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal. As Christ at the Center Week continues, you'll discover one of the central truths of the entire yielded mind journey—the mind of Christ. Through Philippians 2:5, you'll learn that the Holy Spirit is not simply giving you information about Jesus but is forming the character of Jesus within you as you yield your thoughts, desires, emotions, and will to Him. In today's episode, you'll learn what it means to have the mind of Christ, how Jesus modeled humility and obedience, and how yielding to the Holy Spirit allows the character of Christ to increasingly shape the way you think, respond, love, serve, and live. Today's Scripture: Philippians 2:5 (English Standard Version) In This Episode:  What it means to have the mind of Christ How Jesus modeled humility, obedience, and sacrificial love Why a yielded mind asks what God wants rather than simply what self wants How the Holy Spirit forms the character of Christ within you Why transformation cannot be manufactured through human determination How yielding your thoughts, desires, emotions, and will allows Christ to shape your life A guided prayer for living with the mind of ChristKey Truth: "The mind of Christ is yours through His indwelling Holy Spirit, and as you yield to Him, His humility, obedience, and love increasingly shape the way you think, respond, and live." Reflection Question: In what area of your life is the Holy Spirit inviting you to think, respond, or act more like Jesus? Prayer Focus: Ask the Holy Spirit to renew your mind and shape your thoughts, desires, emotions, responses, and decisions according to the humility, obedience, love, and grace of Jesus Christ. Scripture: "Have this mind among yourselves, which is yours in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 2:5 ESV) If today's episode encouraged you, consider following the podcast, sharing it with someone who needs hope, and leaving a rating and review. It helps more people discover the transforming power of God's truth. For additional resources, visit TheYieldedMind.com. The Yielded Mind is written and hosted by Eric S. Hayes. Support the show

    Day 40: The Mind of Christ | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

  6. 5d ago

    Day 39: Seek First the Kingdom | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

    Send us Fan Mail This Christian devotional explores Matthew 6:33 and Jesus' call to seek God's kingdom and His righteousness above everything else. Discover how the Holy Spirit renews the mind by redirecting your attention away from anxiety, possessions, responsibilities, and concerns about tomorrow and toward Christ, who belongs at the center of every area of your life. When Christ is at the center, everything else begins to find its proper place. Seek first the kingdom. Welcome to Day 39 of The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal. As Christ at the Center Week continues, you'll discover that seeking God's kingdom first is not simply about adding more religious activity to your life. Through Matthew 6:33, you'll learn that seeking God's kingdom and His righteousness means placing Christ at the center of your priorities, decisions, desires, and everyday concerns. In today's episode, you'll learn what it means to seek God's kingdom first, why anxiety can compete for control of your mind, and how trusting your heavenly Father helps you bring every area of your life into proper order under the lordship of Jesus Christ. Today's Scripture: Matthew 6:33 (English Standard Version) In This Episode: What it means to seek God's kingdom and His righteousness firstWhy what you value shapes what you pursueHow what captures your attention begins to shape your thinkingWhy anxiety can become the master of your mindWhat it means to trust that your heavenly Father knows what you needHow seeking God's kingdom brings proper order to every area of lifeWhy Christ must remain at the center rather than possessions, responsibilities, or circumstancesHow the Holy Spirit redirects a yielded mind from fear toward faithA guided prayer for keeping Christ at the center of your prioritiesKey Truth: "When you seek God's kingdom and His righteousness first, you place Christ at the center and allow every other area of life to find its proper place under His rule." Reflection Question: What area of your life—work, money, relationships, responsibilities, plans, or concerns about tomorrow—has been competing with Christ for the center of your attention? Prayer Focus: Ask the Holy Spirit to renew your mind, redirect your attention when anxiety and circumstances compete for control, and teach you to seek God's kingdom and righteousness above everything else. Surrender your priorities, decisions, desires, relationships, work, and plans to the lordship of Jesus Christ. Scripture: "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." (Matthew 6:33 ESV) If today's episode encouraged you, consider following the podcast, sharing it with someone who needs hope, and leaving a rating and review. It helps more people discover the transforming power of God's truth. For additional resources, visit TheYieldedMind.com. The Yielded Mind is written and hosted by Eric S. Hayes.  Support the show

    Day 39: Seek First the Kingdom | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

  7. 6d ago

    Day 38: Fix Your Eyes on Jesus | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

    Send us Fan Mail This Christian devotional explores Hebrews 12:2 and the life-changing call to fix your eyes on Jesus Christ. Discover how the Holy Spirit renews the mind by redirecting your attention away from fear, distractions, and temporary circumstances and toward Jesus, the founder and perfecter of your faith. Your attention shapes your direction. Fix your eyes on Jesus. Welcome to Day 38 of The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal. As Christ at the Center Week continues, you'll discover where your attention belongs every day. Through Hebrews 12:2, you'll learn that the Christian life is not sustained by continually looking inward or focusing on changing circumstances. Strength, endurance, and lasting hope grow as you continually turn your attention toward Jesus Christ. In today's episode, you'll learn what it means to look to Jesus, why He is both the founder and perfecter of your faith, and how fixing your attention upon Christ strengthens you to faithfully endure every challenge before you. Today's Scripture: Hebrews 12:2 (English Standard Version) In This Episode: What it means to fix your eyes on Jesus ChristWhy competing voices and distractions can redirect your attentionHow Jesus is both the founder and perfecter of your faithWhy Christ endured the cross for the joy set before HimHow focusing on Jesus strengthens your endurance and steadies your mindA guided prayer to keep your attention centered upon ChristKey Truth: "Your strength grows as you continually fix your attention upon Jesus Christ, the founder and perfecter of your faith." Reflection Question: What has been competing for your attention that the Holy Spirit is inviting you to turn away from so you can fix your eyes more fully on Jesus? Prayer Focus: Ask the Holy Spirit to redirect your attention away from fear, distraction, and temporary circumstances and help you continually fix your eyes upon Jesus Christ as your strength, example, Savior, and hope. Scripture: "Looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God." (Hebrews 12:2 ESV) If today's episode encouraged you, consider following the podcast, sharing it with someone who needs hope, and leaving a rating and review. It helps more people discover the transforming power of God's truth. For additional resources, visit TheYieldedMind.com. The Yielded Mind is written and hosted by Eric S. Hayes. Support the show

    Day 38: Fix Your Eyes on Jesus | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

  8. Aug 6

    Day 37: Abide in Christ | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal

    Send us Fan Mail This Christian devotional explores John 15:4–5 and the life-giving call to abide in Jesus Christ. Discover how the Holy Spirit renews the mind by teaching believers to remain deeply connected to Christ, the true Vine, so that lasting spiritual fruit is produced through His life within them. Lasting spiritual fruit grows as you remain closely connected to Jesus Christ. Welcome to Day 37 of The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal. As Christ at the Center Week continues, you'll discover that the Christian life is sustained not by greater effort but by continual dependence upon Jesus Christ. Through John 15:4–5, you'll learn that just as a branch depends completely upon the vine for life, every believer depends upon Christ for the strength, wisdom, peace, and spiritual fruit that only He can provide. In today's episode, you'll learn what it means to abide in Christ, why nothing of eternal value can be accomplished apart from Him, and how daily dependence upon the Holy Spirit keeps you rooted in the One who is your source of life. Today's Scripture: John 15:4–5 (English Standard Version) In This Episode: What it means to abide in Jesus ChristWhy Jesus described Himself as the true VineHow lasting spiritual fruit flows from remaining connected to ChristWhy dependence upon Christ is greater than self-relianceHow daily time in God's Word, prayer, and obedience deepen your relationship with JesusA guided prayer to remain closely connected to ChristKey Truth: "Lasting spiritual fruit grows as you remain closely connected to Jesus Christ, who lives within you through His indwelling Holy Spirit." Reflection Question: What habit or distraction may be drawing your attention away from abiding closely with Jesus Christ each day? Prayer Focus: Ask the Holy Spirit to deepen your dependence upon Jesus Christ, strengthen your desire to remain in His presence, and help you bear lasting spiritual fruit that brings glory to God. Scripture: "Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing." (John 15:4–5 ESV) If today's episode encouraged you, consider following the podcast, sharing it with someone who needs hope, and leaving a rating and review. It helps more people discover the transforming power of God's truth. For additional resources, visit TheYieldedMind.com. The Yielded Mind is written and hosted by Eric S. Hayes. Support the show

    Day 37: Abide in Christ | Christ at the Center Week | The Yielded Mind – A 50-Day Journey of Reflection and Renewal
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Created for those who desire lasting transformation, this podcast guides you through the daily practice of renewing your mind through the work of the indwelling Holy Spirit. In a world filled with pressure, noise, and constant demands, many attempt to change through effort, discipline, and control. True transformation does not come from striving. Transformation comes as the mind yields to the Spirit of God already at work within. Your host is Eric Hayes, minister, teacher, and author of The Yielded Mind. His work equips believers to step out of self-driven effort and walk in daily surrender, where the Holy Spirit brings lasting change from within. This is not a podcast for reflection.  This is a pathway to transformation.

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  • Creator
    Eric S. Hayes
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    46
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 © 2026 His Men Ministries. All Rights Reserved.
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    The Yielded Mind Podcast