Metamorphose

"I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice to God, which is your reasonable service. And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God."

Romans 12:1-2

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"Transformed" is probably my favorite word in verse 2. Transformed means "metamorphose". Paul says don't be made like the world, but go through change. It's interesting that no one thinks a caterpillar in the middle of metamorphose is beautiful, but generally he thinks the butterfly is more gorgeous than the caterpillar. When people in the world see us changing as the Holy Spirit works, I don't think they say, "Wow, I can't wait to see what she looks like on the other side!" I think the best they can do is pity us, "That poor girl - her code of ethics won't let her go to a bar - she's missing out." In the end though, She will not be the one who missed out, but the one who soars.

I don't think a caterpillar has thought going through metamorphose to be easy - in fact, it is very, very difficult at the end. However, when she succeeds, she is admired by all.

Let's not be afraid of our metamorphose - let's look forward to it!

What's Up?

I wrote several blog posts and didn't like how they ended up sounding or just didn't feel like I wanted to post them for whatever reason.

Here are a couple things I've done recently:

My friend Sarah left for college this year and I was able to visit her right before her birthday. Great to see her again!

I was able to go to San Diego a couple of weeks ago. Had tons of fun with Dad - touring, watching hang-gliders, walking/hiking, and reading. Special time.

I also was just recently hired to be a seasonal employee at Costco! I feel supre blessed. It was encouraging to see all of the "little" ways God had it happen.