Romans 12:2 – “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.”
Most teenagers are just trying to fit in or be accepted. I like most was no exception. My biggest fear was to be left out or feel indifferent. Nobody wants people starring at them. Have you ever left something on top of your car? You drive down the road and everybody seems to be looking at you. People are pointing and you not knowing what to do just wave back. What is really bad is when you go to a fast food place and buy a milkshake and accidentally leave it on top of your car. When you get to a stoplight and stop the milkshake comes down on your window and you think to yourself that that was a huge bird. Most of us try so hard to be accepted; we spend hours making ourselves presentable to others. When you are
a teenager, you go to bed at night and clean your face. You pray your face stays clear through the night. You awake, go look in the mirror and discover that while you slept a volcano has erupted between
your eyes. Panic sets in as you envision your day at school. You try ever means available to cover this eruption with little success. You spend your day worried that everyone who sees you only sees
the new volcano. I went though this many times and for days I would wipe my face with what I thought was zit medicine. I keep thinking to myself that these did not smell like the last patch I had.
One day I decide I should read what I had been putting on my face.I soon discovered that what had gone on my face was not pimple medicine but tucks, for hemorrhoid flare up. I just want you know
that I did not have one hemorrhoid on my face. Most people, like myself, are so caught up in worrying about what people think we miss the most important things. The only time it seemed I searched for truth was when I was in trouble or I was alone with my thoughts.
Be conformed today. Transform your mind to see yourself how God sees you. You are important. You are His hands and feet. Continue reaching those around you with HOPE of Christ!
Keep Fishing,
Mark Roberts
