Romans 12:1-2 teaches us that we must not be "conformed to this world, but transformed" if we are to please God. Furthermore, this transformation comes as a result of the "renewing of your mind." Put simply, if we are going to please God, we need to change our way of thinking. We need to stop thinking the worldly thoughts and following worldly schemes, and think like God thinks!

How can I think like God thinks? Some say this is impossible, but it is not. For example, I can think like others in my peer group. I think like them as I am around them and begin to adopt their way of thinking or reasoning. This is why Solomon warns against going with angry people (Prov. 22:24-25).

In like manner, if I wish to think like God thinks, then I need to spend time with Him. I need to spend time reading and studying His inspired word (Eph. 3:4; 1 Tim. 4:13, 16; 2 Tim. 2:15). The longer I spend time with God, learning how He thinks and reasons, the more I will think like Him, and have a "renewal" in my mind. Of course, once my mind changes, my life must follow (Phil. 4:8-9; Heb. 5:12-14)!

Are you ready for that kind of change? I hope so! Change your way of thinking to reflect God's truth and see the blessings that come into your life as a result!

- The Old Paths, 3/26/17