THE BEAUTY OF A TRANSFORMED LIFE( By MINISTER SUSAN)

John 4:1-15- this is the story of the Samaritan woman who had an encounter with the Lord, the one whose life was completely changed with that one encounter.
This shows that whoever meets with the Lord remains not the same, but transformation takes place. Her life was completely changed and her purpose was realized, for she brought many more to the Lord. 
1 Corinthians 5:17- all who are in Christ Jesus are a new creation, the old is gone and the new is here.

Therefore if we are in Christ Jesus there should be a visible change. How then can we know that there has been transformation in anyone's life? Here's how:  
  • Christ in you - Galatians 2:20 it is no longer us who live  but Christ who lives in us therefore our lives should reflect the life and character of Christ in us.
  • Forgiveness and love - that we will love and forgive others just as God did in Christ. Psalms 103:3;10
  • Leading a fruitful life - all those that are in Christ shall be known by their fruits, what you say, do and think should reflect Christ. Matthew 7:20.
  • Speaking the language of the Lord - your speech should be as oracles from God. Our words are life and healing. 1Peter 4:11.
Brethren there are things that hinder transformation, things that pull us away from the shaping and chastening of the Lord. What then are some of these things?
  • Pride of life - pride makes us think we know everything, it separates us from the love of God. James 4:6; 2 Chronicles 23:26.
  • Lack of spiritual and self discipline.
  • Doubt and sin.
 The beauty of a transformed life is seen not only in grand moments, but in the small, daily choices—to love when it’s hard, to forgive when it hurts, to stand firm when it’s uncomfortable, and to trust even when we do not understand. Transformation is evidence that grace is at work, that no one is beyond change, and that every life surrendered to God becomes a testimony of His power.

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