Present … Renew … Function
I. Romans 12 makes a significant transition from theological considerations to practical application
II. God wants us to present ourselves to Him as a living sacrifice (v1)
- Example of a sheep being sheared
- Seven other examples of the use of the word “present” being used in the
New Testament
III. God wants us to renew our mind (v2)
- A contrast between conformity and transformation
- Examples of how a believer’s mind is renewed
IV. God wants us to function as a member of the body of Christ (v3-8)
- You have a unique set of gifts God has given you
- You have a unique group of people you interact with