Romans 12:1-2: The transforming of our minds is so that we can discern God’s will and choose to follow it. We’ll learn why this is a real struggle for us and the importance and blessing of whole heartedly following God’s will. Concept “borrowed” from Darrel Yontz … again.
9. but be transformed by the
renewal of your mind,
that by testing you may discern
what is the will of God,
what is good and acceptable and perfect
Romans 12:1-2
Discerning the Will of God
11. Jehovah said to Cain, “Why
are you angry, and why has
your face fallen? If you do
well, will you not be accepted?
And if you do not do well, sin
is crouching at the door. Its
desire is contrary to you, but
you must rule over it.”
Genesis 4:6-7
Consider Cain
13. that by testing you may discern
what is the will of God,
Romans 12:1-2
Transformed Hearts
14. Live for the rest of the time in the flesh
no longer for human passions
but for the will of God.
1 Peter 4:2
Transformed Hearts
15. Do not be wise in your own eyes;
fear Jehovah, and turn away from evil.
Proverbs 3:7
Transformed Hearts
16. Transformed Hearts
Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes,
and shrewd in their own sight!
Isaiah 5:21
17. Trust in Jehovah with all your heart …
In all your ways acknowledge Him …
Fear Jehovah …
It will be healing to your flesh and
refreshment to your bones
Proverbs 3:5-8
Transformed Hearts
18. For this is the will of God, that by doing good
you should put to silence the ignorance of
foolish people.
1 Peter 2:15
Transformed Hearts
19. For this is the will of God, your sanctification
1 Thessalonians 4:3
Transformed Hearts
21. We implore you on
behalf of Christ,
be reconciled to God.
2 Corinthians 5:20
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