Have you
had your JOY JUICE today? Don’t let
pride get in the way….drink it regardless of who’s watching!
Peer
pressure is always a challenge. From
youngsters to seniors, the influence is always there. The Bible never uses the term “peer
pressure,” but in Romans 12:2, I think
this is what Paul was talking about. He said: “Do not conform any longer 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.”
Often when
people succumb to peer pressure it’s because they allow pride to take hold and
rule their thinking. They don’t want to
appear “different”. They want to fit in
with the crowd. In other words, their
thinking has “conformed” to “the pattern of this world.” But when we completely sell out to God and
are faithful in our relationship with Him, we will be transformed by the
renewing of our mind through the truth of scripture. We will experience a boldness to stand up for
our convictions.
No matter
what our age, at times we will feel the pressures of the world pulling at us. Let’s get into the habit of never making a
choice without first consulting God. He
always has the answer and will help us to stand up for what is right! If we are
living according to his “good, pleasing and perfect will”, then we’ll be
drinking in His joy as we make wise choices by not conforming to the
enticements of the world!
Offer
the joy of the Lord to your friends and watch the transformation begin!
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