“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God -- what is good and acceptable and perfect.” from Romans 12.
This was part of the second reading in church several weeks ago.
This was part of the second reading in church several weeks ago.
It’s not easy to renew the mind in our busy, noisy, fast paced lives. I think it takes considerable effort, but the payoff is huge. I find myself wondering “what is God’s plan for me?” Am I following the path, His path? Do I really listen for God’s voice? Or am I aimlessly checking days of the calendar with no real knowledge of my purpose? I realize I haven't used the gifts he has given me to the fullest.
Is it enough to follow the commandments? He knows when I’ve stumbled and messed up. And I know that I’m forgiven, Jesus gave that gift to all of us.
Perhaps a real effort to spend quiet reflective time is in order. Freeing my mind from much of the unnecessary clutter of this world will hopefully transform it, and leave it open and ready to hear and understand God’s plan for me.
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