August 10

Romans 12:2 (NKJV)

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.

NLT:  Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think.  Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.

Psalm 52:8

But I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God’s unfailing love for ever and ever.

NLT:  But I am like an olive tree, thriving in the house of God.  I will always trust in God’s unfailing love.

Ephesians 5:15-16 (NKJV)

See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

NLT:  So be careful how you live.  Don’t live like fools, but like those who are wise.  Make the most of every opportunity in these evil days.

Psalm 119:105

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path.

NLT:  Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.