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)

1. Example of a sheep being sheared
2. 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)

1. A contrast between conformity and transformation
2. 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)

1. You have a unique set of gifts God has given you
2. You have a unique group of people you interact with