“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let
God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you
will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.”
- Romans
12:2 New Living Translation
This world is selfish and corrupt, which
is precisely why the Lord, thru the Apostle Paul, warned Roman’s believers not
to copy it. God wishes to transform us by the renewing of our minds. The way
that takes place is by seeking his will and his way over that of the world.
This world tantalizes us by planting ideas in our unsuspecting minds thru
various media outlets. It is vital to our spiritual existence to focus on what
the Lord deems important rather than what this world does.
If you allow your mind to be reshaped thru
knowledge of the gospel, the power of the Holy Spirit and the things to come
via prophetic scripture you will as a result renew your mind toward the things
of God. The things of this world are temporal, a passing fancy. Only God’s
renewal will make you sensitive to discern what his will is in each situation
that arises.
Why is it so important for a follower of
Christ to know God’s will for them? Because God knows you better than anyone
else ever could because he created you. He knows what you are capable of before
you were formed in your mother’s womb; however, the only way to achieve your
absolute full potential in this life is to seek and submit to the Lord’s will
for your life. It is not restrictive, nor is it required but, to find true
contentment and fulfillment in this life we must be willing to move toward the
Lord and trust him to take us exactly where we will be most productive and
fulfilled. Until next time, walk with the King and be a blessing!
Resources: The Life Application Study Bible;
The Reformation Study Bible.
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