The pattern of this world is etched into our DNA which is
why conformity with it comes so naturally. Even self-sacrifice and the renewing
of the mind can mimic the world’s pattern as when pride in personal piety leads
us to think more highly of ourselves than we ought and less of others than
sober judgment allows. But when motivated by the mercies of God the sacrifice
of a contrite heart is holy and acceptable and capable of being transformed
into something similar to Christ. To be like Christ is to recognize and celebrate
the gifts of others without immediately judging them or on the flip side coveting
them for oneself. Not all members of the body have the same function but all
are necessary and of infinite value to the whole because all are loved equally
by God.
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