TRANSFORMED

It is clear that being with Jesus as disciples 24/7, listening to his teaching, and watching how he lived, was not enough to really change these folks.  It was certainly important, but not enough.  A transformation was absolutely necessary for them to be who they became and to do what they did.  Transmitting information is important but not enough.  Words are not enough.  Inspiration is important but not enough.  Transformation is absolutely necessary.

People can’t be talked into or taught into a life of faith in God; there must be a transformation of their heart, mind, and soul.  Only the Holy Spirit can do that.  The talk and teaching can only help prepare the way to make on ready to receive the life breathed into the heart.

The world was dark and void before God breathed life into being; the woman came with her empty water jar and listened to the words Jesus spoke; The man had no one to put him into the pool until Jesus came and told him to get up; the sick were in need, ready to be healed; those who were seeking, found him.

When I am full of myself there is no room in the Inn of my heart for God to enter.  I must be empty and ready to receive His words, His touch, and His call.  I am finding that stillness and silence are great tools in preparing my soul for the Spirit’s transformation.  Rather than filling my mind with information I need to allow God’s inspired Word to transform it, renew it, and fill it with Him, His ways, His Law, His Nature, and His life.