Biblical change begins with understanding and applying the Gospel. Gospel indicatives and imperatives nurture and direct the process of change. Because of the Word and the Spirit we’ve been given, the Christian can find true hope and help for biblical change. The Bible provides a balanced perspective on how change takes place—God is the author of change.

The Bible provides a balanced perspective on how change takes place, and it all starts with God. As Christians, we must be careful not to fall into the trap of easy believism, which can lead to performance bondage. Instead, we should seek a balanced perspective on how God-honoring change occurs, where obedience is necessary without falling into moralism or legalism.

The Gospel is the key to our spiritual growth. We must not be passive in our journey, but instead, we should actively seek spiritual training to keep our souls healthy. As we become more mature spiritually, we become more like servants and less like lords, deepening our submission to God.

The New Testament provides specific exhortations to fight sin actively and to pursue righteousness diligently and faithfully. This requires us to repent our sins and turn away from them while striving to live righteously. We must not only listen to or agree to God’s Word but also put it into practice, and our motive for obedience must be pure.

One of the unique aspects of Christianity is its teaching that we cannot be justified before God by our own works. Our salvation is a gift from God, given to us by His grace alone. Instead, we do what is right out of love and gratitude for the One who loved us so much that He gave His Son for us.

In conclusion, let us remember that changing our lives requires training, not just trying. Our responsibility and God’s work go hand in hand, and our obedience must be grounded in God’s work. The Gospel is the key to our spiritual growth, and as we seek to become more like Christ, we must remain humble and submitted to God’s will.