Conformity v. being transformed

Lady of Light

In Romans 12:2, it says:

"And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable and perfect, will of God."

It is very easy, if we are not careful, to become "people pleasers" and instead of allowing God to transform us and renew our minds, to simply conform to the so-called
"Norms".

This indicates to me that we need to go directly to the source of that which has the power to renew us and transform us which is Jesus and the love of God, and the word of God which is God's gift to us - a "handbook for life". The bible will always renew and transform through God's spirit, but we must seek to have a right relationship with God through Jesus Christ, first. Admitting and confessing that we are sinners in need of a Savior, and accepting Jesus Christ as our personal Savior is the first, and most important step in that direction. Then Pray to God and ask him to change you and seek after him through his word. There is so much out there in the media that will not renew us, but simply try to make us conform to many limited ideas of men that do not find their root in God or in his word.

Take some time today to meditate on God's word and experience what a difference it makes!

God bless you and have a great day!

Lady of Light