I appeal to you therefore, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. 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.

Romans 12:1-2

Let love be genuine; hate what is evil, hold fast to what is good; love one another with mutual affection; outdo one another in showing honor. Do not lag in zeal, be ardent in spirit, serve the Lord. Rejoice in hope, be patient in suffering, persevere in prayer. Contribute to the needs of the saints; extend hospitality to strangers.

Romans 12:9-13

How do you deal with high pressure situations? Do you react like most people or do you choose to be different? You shouldn’t let the world mold you, let God do that. He will remold your mind from within, so that you may prove in practice that the plan of God for you is good, meets His demands, and moves toward the goal of true maturity. Choose God’s way, and it will be the best.

Beautiful character begins in the heart.

Our Daily Bread – April 19, 2004