Romans 12:2 commands us to “not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may prove what the will of God is, that which is good and acceptable and perfect” (NASB). To pray for a renewed mind each day, insert your name and situation into this verse. That is what it means to pray God’s Word (and literally to pray His will) for your life. Here’s how:
Lord, help me not to be conformed to this world and its values, but to be transformed by the renewing of my mind, so that I may prove what Your will is in my situation. Lord, renew my mind by controlling my thoughts and making them reflective of Your thoughts. Eliminate my doubt and give me, instead, a complete trust in You. Redirect my doubt and turn it into trust in You. Renew my passion for Your Word and Your will to be done in my life. Help me not to be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and pleading with thanksgiving, to let my requests be made known to You. Thank You that as I do, Your peace will guard my heart and mind in Christ Jesus. Finally, help me to think only on what is true, honorable, right, pure, lovely, and commendable. If there’s anything worthy of praise, let me think on that (Philippians 4:6-8). Thank You, Lord, that as a new creation, I have a renewed mind and spirit, and I am Yours.
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