Good Plans: Happy Days Ahead Devotional - Day 2

Romans 12:1-2

1 Therefore, brothers and sisters, in view of the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God; this is your true worship.

2 Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.

The battle for happiness begins in our minds. Paul urges us to be transformed by the renewing of our minds, not conforming to the patterns of this world. This echoes the psalmist's warning against walking in the counsel of the wicked. Today, take inventory of your daily inputs - what media, conversations, and thoughts are shaping your mindset? Identify any negative influences and commit to replacing them with God-honoring alternatives. Remember, our lives move in the direction of our strongest thoughts. Let's intentionally direct our thoughts towards God's truth and watch how it reshapes our perspective and leads us into His good, pleasing, and perfect will.