15/10/2023
Today we explored how the things in our life can transform us.
Jesus came to Earth for several reasons, including:
- To give us salvation and forgive of sins eternally by dying on the cross.
- To give us the ability to be born again spiritually and receive eternal life through faith in Jesus as the Son of God
When Jesus ascended to heaven, He left us the Holy Spirit, who we receive when we give our lives to Jesus and receive new life in Him.
The Holy Spirit helps us to be transformed into the image of Christ (to be like him, in every area of our lives), because Jesus knows that we can’t do it on our own.
Our verse for the month, Romans 12:2 says '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'
What we allow to enter out mind causes us to be formed in one way or another and this can transform us in good ways, but if we allow bad things to enter our minds, it can transform us and cause us to conform in negative ways.
Think of things that you know aren't a positive influence in your life, and that you want to let go of.
Speak to God about why you want to lay these things down and ask for his strength and wisdom. Pray for His love, strength and discipline to turn away from the things or people that corrupt our minds, or for the Holy Spirit to start showing you the things that he knows isn’t healthy or good for you, mentally or spiritually.
