It’s hard to
imagine that this unchanging, steadfast, faithful and loving God can change us
in the most astounding ways. Our outward appearance and actions may look and
feel the same at first, but the change begins. It is a work of the heart.
Therefore,
if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come. The old has gone. The new is
here! 2 Corinthians 5:17
You are a new
creation. The changes may be subtle, a little more loving here, a little less
anger there, a sprinkle of forgiveness here, a touch of kindness there. The
annoying becomes bearable. The bitterness softens. The cravings of the old life
fade and a hunger develops in us for goodness and righteousness and holiness.
For you
were once darkness; but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of
light; for the fruit of the light consists of goodness, righteousness and
truth. And find out what pleases the Lord. Ephesians 5:8-10
Our gracious God
creates in us a new heart that transforms our way of life. Walk as a child of
the light! And find out what is pleasing to God.
Lord,
Let our lives shine with Your goodness and righteousness. We
are blessed to have Your word available to us daily. Let us soak ourselves in
it until we recognize Your voice above everything else. Guide us into truth and
holiness.
In Jesus name,
Amen
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