2 Do not conform(A) to the pattern of this world,(B) but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.(C) Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is(D)—his good, pleasing(E) and perfect will. Romans 12:2 (NIV)
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Desensitized - to make emotionally insensitive or callous; specifically : to extinguish an emotional response (as of fear, anxiety, or guilt) to stimuli that formerly induced it
I think it is safe to say that our generation is one that has become increasingly desensitized. The pause button just does not exist any longer for some. From the way we project ourselves on social media, what we say, what we watch on TV to the music we listen to.
Tell if this sounds familiar: Have to ever been scrolling through your social feeds and see videos of people fighting or overly sexual music videos where women are being objectified and instead of ignoring it we either laugh or rationalize and indulge in it? Probably. If we aren't careful we begin to accept things that wouldn't have previously and comprise ourselves and what we know that God expects out of us.
Gods Romans 12 says don't conform to the patterns of this world, that means we must set ourselves apart from the culture . We are meant to be a light and Christ led within a culture that is self led.
14 “You are the light of the world.(A) A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house.(B) 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others,(C)that they may see your good deeds(D) and glorify(E) your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:14-16(NIV)
Don't dull down your convictions in order to make others feel more comfortable. Stand firm and set yourself apart. You could very well be someones first glimpse into Christ.Think about it this way perhaps by your example you could totally change someone's perspective through your convictions, you could potentially push someone closer to Christ. So moving forward practice thinking before you post, what like and promote and ask God to make you more sensitive about what you digest daily.
Love,
