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 as a ‘living’ sacrifice to God!
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
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!
Ephesians 4:22-24
Embrace the new you!
3. Enjoy God’s will for you! verse 3b
Philippians 2:12-13