~Darene Cole

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—His good, pleasing and perfect will.” Romans 12:2 

As God’s children, we trust that His plans for us are good, and we know He is faithful to bring them to fulfillment. Scripture confirms this over and over again: Jeremiah 1:5, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 33:11, and Romans 8:28. However, the world around us can cloud this truth, influencing our thoughts and perceptions. Society often encourages us to shift from negative to positive thinking, but in Romans 12:2, Paul calls us to something far greater—a complete transformation that only the Holy Spirit can accomplish. He is calling us to allow the power of the Holy Spirit to do a radical transformation – metamorphosis in our minds.

The word “renewing” in this passage is in continuous tense, reminding us that this is an ongoing process. So each day, let’s allow the Holy Spirit to renew our minds by “demolish[ing] arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and tak[ing] captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.” (2 Corinthians 10)

It’s only through this genuine transformation that we can fully grasp and experience God’s will—one that is good, pleasing, and perfect in every circumstance. As our minds are renewed, we begin to see the world and our situations through the lens of God’s unwavering love, everlasting hope, and immeasurable peace, aligning our hearts with His purposes.

Lord, renew my mind today. Transform my thoughts so that I not only know Your will but experience it fully. Help me see every situation through Your eyes of love, hope and peace.