The text for the message this morning, along with the scripture lesson that has already been read is from the Book of Romans, the 12th chapter.  Its one of those signal passages in the New Testament that many of you know by heart.  The first two verses of the 12th chapter.  This is the word of the Lord.  I appeal to you therefore brothers and sisters by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, wholly acceptable unto God, who is your spiritual worship.  And be not conformed to the world, but be ye transformed by the renewing of your minds so that you may prove what is good and acceptable and perfect.  Let us pray.

We thank you eternal God of the covenant for making covenant with us, for linking yourself to us, and we pray that in this hour of worship, we might l…