W2W | S7 Episode 40 | Resa Bell | 07/16/26

Main message: Present yourself to God as a living, holy sacrifice by renewing your mind and refusing to conform to the world, and apply those same biblical priorities to family life — especially parenting — by actively teaching children God’s ways and keeping God first.

Key points:

• Romans 12:1–2 calls Christians to offer their bodies as a living, holy, acceptable sacrifice and to be transformed by renewing the mind.
• Don’t accept worldly thoughts or standards; daily choose obedience to God and resist Satan’s attacks.
• Seek God’s kingdom first (trusting Jesus’ care for provision) and recognize many blessings require obedient living, not just profession of faith.
• Balance family and public ministry by prioritizing being a present mother while children are growing, then engaging public life as appropriate.
• Raise children intentionally with Scripture: talk to them early about moral issues, stay involved in their schooling and influences, and model/teach how to hear and obey the Holy Spirit.
• Family practices matter: regular church, prayer, and consistent parental leadership build lasting godly values.

Scriptures mentioned: Romans 12:1-2, Matthew 6:33, Jeremiah (unspecified)