Be Transformed.

Too often we take the easy way out and, like a jelly in a bowl or play-dough in a mould, we allow ourselves to passively be squeezed into conforming with the dominant culture of our society.  In today’s reading, however, Paul urges us to be transformed by the active choice of renewing our minds.  In this place we can know what is good, acceptable and mature.  With an attitude of gratitude for each other, and particularly God’s love, we can offer our gifts and talents for the good of the whole community.
I would not have known my name,
if You had not asked it of me.

I would not have believed my worth,
if You had not worn my shame.

I would not have begun to see,
if You had not lived on this earth.

I would not have learnt to love,
if You had not first loved me.

from Jesus our Future, Bruce Prewer.