Day 34: Romans 12:22

Romans 12:22  “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of the mind.”

Renewing of the Mind, Relationships, Belief, Faith, and Focus

My relationship with Christ began this way: First was the renewing of the mind; second was a relationship; third was a belief; fourth was faith. When these four elements combined, it gave me focus. By staying focused, my belief became faith and faith became my hope. I also learned that being flesh and spirit, my beliefs, my relationships, my focus can change.

Hebrews 4: 15 “Our high priest is able to understand our weaknesses. When He lived on earth, He was tempted in every way that we are, but He did not sin.”

Psalm 23: 4 “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil for thou art with me. . .”    Amazing Grace

When my beliefs, relationships or focus change, my faith in God reaches out to save me from myself. My belief in faith proves/shows me that He alone can and does help me in these times.

Contributed by Roosevelt “Pops” Smith