As Christians, we must strive for growth and change in our lives to reflect the glory of God. But how can we truly honor God if we don’t examine our lives and see if we’re living in a way that glorifies Him? Let’s ask ourselves this challenging question: do we see evidence of the habit capacity in our lives? If not, it’s time to embrace change.
The good news is that we can experience genuine biblical change by putting off old sinful patterns and putting on new godly ones. This involves developing new habits that stem from the heart outward into behavior. By embracing this process of replacement, we can experience growth and sanctification. It’s not an easy process, but it’s worth it.
To achieve true change, we need to be receptive to it and willing to follow God’s plans. We must be humble, pray, and have a plan for obedience. By training ourselves in the Word and prayer and ordering our lives around the disciplines and practices modeled by Christ, we can experience true revival and renewal. Let us strive towards growth and sanctification, not just for ourselves but for God’s glory.
Examining our lives, we may find that we have developed sinful habits that have become a part of us. But we can use Hebrews 5:11-14 as a guide to maturity and identify areas where we need to change. We need to put off old sinful patterns and put on new godly ones, as outlined in Ephesians 4:22-32 and Colossians 3:5-17.
Although change can be difficult, it’s necessary for growth and sanctification. We must acknowledge who God is and His grace towards holiness as the key to change. Genuine regeneration is required for authentic change, and we must seek personal revival by dealing with our hearts. So, let us embrace the challenge of change with humility, prayer, and a plan for obedience.
By doing so, we can experience the transformative power of God’s Word and the Holy Spirit. We can develop the mind of Christ and embody His love and generosity towards others. Through forgiveness, repentance, and a commitment to living a Christlike life, we can experience true revival and renewal. By embracing change, we can glorify God in all we do and experience unhindered sanctification.
Debbie Swindell 