Be Transformed!
Romans 12:1-2
Main Point: As we offer ourselves as a living sacrifice, we can be transformed by the renewing of our mind.
‘Metamorpho’ = to be changed into another form
1. Offer it up! verse 1
In view of God’s mercy we are to offer our bodies/ourselves
>The offering of ourselves – heart, mind, will, and life!
His Mercy – Romans 5:6-9
‘Living’ sacrifice – in contrast to a dead animal sacrifice. We are to give ourselves completely, unreservedly to Him for His
2. Don’t conform – be transformed! verse 3a
>to the pattern of this world > its values, ways, lusts!
As we offer ourselves up to God we can be transformed by the renewing of our mind.
‘Renew’ = renovation, complete change for the better.
I Corinthians 2:16 We have the Mind of Christ – thru the indwelling Spirit of Christ!
3. Enjoy God’s will for you! verse 3b
Philippians 1:6 > God is doing a good work in you!