March 4, 2025

Day 63 Transformation-Conforming | Romans 12:2

Day 63 Transformation-Conforming | Romans 12:2
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Step away from the pressures of conformity and dive into the profound wisdom of renewal in today’s discussion. Inspired by Romans 12:2, we explore the critical need to transform our minds and reject the negative influences surrounding us. With a fresh perspective, Rick highlights how our thoughts often mirror societal expectations, and urges listeners to examine what they consume mentally.

This episode invites you to contemplate your influences, drawing a striking parallel between harmful beliefs and drinking from a polluted cup. We continue by reflecting on the Apostle Paul’s urging to allow Christ's character to shine in our actions and thoughts. Highlighting the joys that come from this transformation, we seek to inspire listeners to take courageous steps towards a more authentic existence.

Join us for a prayer that seeks divine help in renewing our minds, fostering actions rooted in love, peace, and hope. Whether you seek spiritual guidance, mental clarity, or inspiration for daily living, this episode is sure to illuminate your path. Hit subscribe, share your thoughts, and consider helping us foster this community of renewal together!

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Chapters

00:51 - Introduction to Transformation

01:34 - The Call to Renew Our Minds

02:58 - Daily Prayer for Renewal

Transcript
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Welcome to Wisdom for the Day, your daily source for spiritual refreshment and guidance.

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I'm Rick.

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Join me as I dive into God's Word to find clarity and strength for life's challenges.

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Let me help you embrace each day with faith and wisdom, ready to feel inspired.

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Let's get started.

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Today is Day 63, transformation, conforming.

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From the book of Romans, chapter 12, verse 2, from the New Living Translation Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.

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We all conform to something.

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If you think about it.

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Less than 1% of our thoughts are original.

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The media, for instance.

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They have a powerful influence on shaping who we are and what we think, what we need.

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A lot of times, we become what others expect us to be, following the trends and pressures of the world around us.

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The Apostle Paul urges us not to conform to the world's pattern, but to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.

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Conforming to the world is like leaving the screen door of our minds wide open, allowing all the bugs, negative influence and harmful ideas to fly in.

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Transformation, on the other hand, means refusing to comply with these influences and instead aligning our lives with the character of Christ.

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A psychologist I knew once used a dramatic demonstration to make this point.

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He filled a glass of water, then added lint, dust, cigarette butts, a dried piece of gum, and he asked his client to drink it Now.

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Naturally, the client refused.

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The psychologist then pointed out that the same client was constantly polluting her mind with unhealthy influences from the world.

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Just like we put on fresh, clean clothes after a bath, paul encourages us to put on Christ.

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Galatians 3.27.

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When we invite Christ to dwell in us, we can experience joy without limits, peace that surpasses understanding, hope that overcomes despair, and love that empowers us to care for others, even those we once ignored.

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Today, take the step to begin living out the character of your Lord, allowing Christ to transform your thoughts, actions and heart.

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Pray with me, Father, god.

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My thoughts and actions are often controlled by earthly influences.

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I want to be conformed to Christ.

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Renew my mind so I can see how perfectly pleasing your will is, amen.

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Well, that's all for today, but I'll be back tomorrow with more of God's Word.

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But I'll be back tomorrow with more of God's Word.

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Intro and outro music by Weston McCurry.

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Until tomorrow, I'm Rick.

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I love you, see ya.