Last night at our Explore Bible study we looked at a truly iconic passage of Scripture. 

“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Romans 12:1–2)

I don't know about you, but there’s something about pouring myself out as a sacrifice, not to earn salvation, but in grateful service of the one who poured himself out for me - it stirs something deep in my soul.

What reminds you of home?
Is it a special place? A familiar smell? Or maybe a delicious meal you just can’t find anywhere else?
I think we’ve all felt that deep longing for home at some point. I certainly did when I first moved to New Zealand. […]