Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing and perfect will of God. Romans 12:2
My words…
Praise
How interesting that You, who are changeless, spoke into creation a world that is ever-changing. In Your wisdom, You created me to grow toward You, to enjoy transformation and renewal. You want to change me, but you’re not going to pull, push or cajole. Your one desire is to mold that lifeless lump of clay into something useful, something beautiful. But it’s up to the lump.
Prayer for me
Transformation, like any change, occurs on a scale. I have experienced renewal and growth in my spirit and in my mind. But only to a point. I’ve plateaued. It’s comfortable here. To keep transforming, I will need to give up more of my time and more of my will. Lead me to want to keep growing away from what’s comfortable and toward a deeper reality with You.
Forgive me
Forgive me when I prefer to remain a dried, lifeless lump of clay. The whispers of Satan cause me to lose heart sometimes, and I grow fearful. That is no way for a child of the Master Potter to act.
Prayer for others
I know many people who don’t like change in any form. Status quo is fine with them. The future feels safer if they know what to expect day after day. The morning cup of coffee. The commute. The evening news. I pray for a change of heart, a surge of Spirit, a renewal of mind. I pray for a spiritual growth spurt!
More praise
So that…I love those two words. Be transformed so that I may glimpse Your perfect will. (Your perfect will! No big deal!) With You, there’s always a bonus following change. I praise You for always including a so that.
