Transformation

The dictionary definition of transformation is: a marked change in form, nature, or appearance. This is what happens when anyone receives Jesus as their Savior. Old things truly are passed away while all things become new (II Corinthians 5:17). Becoming a Christian is far more than forgiveness of sins and a guarantee of eternity in Heaven, although that would be wonderful enough. It is an inward transformation of our mind. That is why Apostle Paul tells us in I Corinthians 2:16 that we have the mind of Christ. What does this mean?

When old things are passed away and we take on having the mind of Christ, we take on attitudes and behavior that Jesus had right here on earth. We see situations and people in a new light. We see hope when life offers despair. We see fear turn into joy. Love begins to permeate our thoughts toward those around us. We see the unlovely person as one whom Jesus loves; therefore, we feel compassion for those who are lost and struggling and who have no hope for a better tomorrow.

When we have the mind of Christ, we do not dwell on sins of yesterday, but upon opportunity to walk in holiness today. We do not seek worldly pleasures that fill our senses with short-lived happiness, but we seek Jesus and long-lived peace and joy. We do not focus on the growing evil in the world, but upon the promise of a new Heaven and a new earth (Revelation 21:1-5) where sin, nor death, nor sorrow or tears exists any longer.

Our transformed lives today on earth is a training ground to make us ready to see Jesus face to face. When we choose to keep our mind focused on the beauty of God’s Word and upon the power of the Holy Spirit residing within us, Who daily shows us the way to walk and talk and behave, then we are being changed into the image of Jesus, taking on His character. When we change in this manner, then the light of God’s love and joy and peace, is shining for all to see (Matthew 5:16) that other’s, too, may be drawn to be transformed by knowing Jesus. When we walk in our transformation we will surely not be embarrassed or ashamed at how we lived our lives when we finally see Him (I John 2:28).

Let us never waste even one day to walk as kingdom people. Let us ask the Holy Spirit daily to point us in the way to go, to fill us with zealous hope that we may seize opportunities to shine our Light for all to see. Let us seek to offer hope where none exists, to point to Jesus as the only One who gives perfect peace that passes all human understanding (Philippians 4:7).

May blessings overflow upon you today as you live and move in your holy transformation.