We struggle to be accepted in many areas of life. We apply for jobs and are interviewed, while hoping that we are the acceptable candidate. With our friends, our desire is that our actions and ideas are acceptable to the group. We design business proposals to meet the clients needs and prove to be acceptable for those needs.
Romans 12:1 says, “I appeal to you therefore, my brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship.” In response to God’s mercies, we present our lives back to Him. He considers this sacrifice to be holy and acceptable, despite our failings and weaknesses. Our offering is made acceptable through His mercies, because we can not sufficiently improve our lives on our own accord.
Reluctant Retiree 