Day 13: Monday, March 13, 2017      Romans 12:1-21

This is one of my favorite chapters in the Bible. It is truly a pathway for all of us to follow. 

Verses 1-2 are referred to as “A Living Sacrifice.” We are asked to give our bodies as a living sacrifice. We are told to not conform to the world, but to transform by renewing our minds. Then we will be able to clearly see God’s Will. 

Verses 3-8 speak to Humble Service in the Body of Christ. We are not to think of     ourselves more highly than we should. Collectively, all the people of God are one.  We all have different gifts, and we should use them for the betterment of God’s Kingdom. 

Verses 9-21 are “Love in Action.”  Love is sincere. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor each other above ourselves. Be joyful in hope and faithful in prayer. 

Bless those who persecute you, rejoice with those who rejoice, mourn with those who mourn. Live in harmony. Do not be too proud.  Associate with one another no matter of circumstance. Do not be conceited. 

Do not repay evil for evil. If possible, live at peace with everyone. You’ve heard the phrase “God’s got this.” Well, He truly does and He says just that in verses 19-20. 

It simply boils down to this. 

 Prayer: Lord, we commit ourselves in Living Sacrifice to You and Your kingdom and vow to be humble, faithful servants always. Amen.

Contributed by Glenn Morrison