Romans 12:2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.//
Notice the verb “renewing”. It is present tense. To not conform to this world, our minds must undergo a continual “renewing” process. It is not a process that will reach its conclusion until we reach eternity.

Romans 6:12-14 Therefore do not let sin reign in your mortal body so that you obey its evil desires. Do not offer any part of yourself to sin as an instrument of wickedness, but rather offer yourselves to God as those who have been brought from death to life; and offer every part of yourself to him as an instrument of righteousness. For sin shall no longer be your master, because you are not under the law, but under grace. //
When we are under grace, it is our decision if we let sin take over our lives or if we choose to let God reign in our lives.

Romans 5:3-4 Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope.//
May others find hope through my suffering.

Romans 4:20-21 Yet he did not waver through unbelief regarding the promise of God, but was strengthened in his faith and gave glory to God, being fully persuaded that God had power to do what he had promised.//
When I am in the midst of trials, am I persuaded that God had the power to do what He has promised? Or, does my faith waiver?

Psalm 62:8 Trust in him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge.//
One of the ways to know if in trusting in the Lord is if I am pouring out my heart to Him. 

Acts 28:31 He proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ—with all boldness and without hindrance!//
Do I proclaim Jesus with boldness and without hindrance? Lord, give me strong faith!

Acts 27:20 When neither sun nor stars appeared for many days and the storm continued raging, we finally gave up all hope of being saved.//
When the storms of life continue for many days, how often do I give up hope? Lord, may my hope always be in You, despite my circumstances.

Acts 26:28-29 Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Do you think that in such a short time you can persuade me to be a Christian?” Paul replied, “Short time or long—I pray to God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains.”//
May I be this example to others and may this be my prayer each and every day for those who listen to me.

Psalm 56:3 When I am afraid, I put my trust in you.//
This is the proper response to fear. Too often, however, it is not my response. Help me, Lord. 

Acts 24:24-25 Several days later Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was Jewish. He sent for Paul and listened to him as he spoke about faith in Christ Jesus. As Paul talked about righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and said, “That’s enough for now! You may leave. When I find it convenient, I will send for you.”//
There are people in ,y life who will hear about Jesus, but not accept Him. They want to live on their own terms and fear prevails in their inner being.