“I
beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God . . .” Romans 12:1
When presenting a case for a major
change to the way a system works, the first thing to do is to explain why
things would be better if the system were changed. The last paragraph of that
new proposal begins with the word “therefore”. Paul has presented 11 chapters
of reasons the system of living our lives needs to change. We were sinners in a
reprobate state of certain condemnation. God intervened with grace through the
blood of His Son. God the Father and God the Son have acted on our behalf and
also given us God the Holy Spirit to be active in our lives.
Therefore, by the mercies of God, we
need to live our lives differently than we did before we knew Christ. Freedom
from sin and judgment compel us. His love compels us. His presence compels us.
The evidence of history compels us. Therefore, we now need to live for Him
instead of ourselves.
Dear
Father, Help me daily to live for the glory of Your Name. Amen.
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