It can be exhausting when it feels like following Jesus is just about me trying to keep all the rules and "be a good person." Ultimately if that's how we approach Christian life, it's going to leave us discouraged, burned out, and possibly bitter--"How could God possibly expect this of me? It's impossible!" But that's NOT what life following Jesus was ever intended to be! Learn about what it means to live freed up by the Spirit in today's message!
Inner Transformation: Better than Behavior Modification?
**Understanding Inner Transformation:**
Inner Transformation is Better Than Behavior Modification
**Key Question:** Are you truly changing from the inside, or are you stuck in a cycle of behavior modification without real spiritual growth?
**Main Points:**
1. **Salvation is a Gift:** You cannot earn or deserve salvation; it is freely given by God's grace (Ephesians 2:8-9).
2. **Sanctification is a Process:** After salvation, we begin a lifelong journey of becoming more like Jesus (2 Corinthians 3:18).
3. **Holy Spirit’s Role:** The Holy Spirit transforms us from the inside out (Philippians 2:13).
4. **Self-Examination:** It's wise to regularly assess if you are truly living a transformed life in Christ (Galatians 5:19-21).
5. **Fruit of the Spirit:** True transformation is evident through love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22-23).
6. **Keeping in Step with the Spirit:** We submit to the Spirit's work by staying close to Him in our daily lives (Galatians 5:25).
**Scripture References:**
- Galatians 5:1, 13-25
- Ephesians 2:8-9
- 2 Corinthians 3:18
- Philippians 2:13
Join Pastor Brandon as he walks you through Galatians 5 and helps you apply these truths to your life. Are you relying on your efforts or God's grace to see transformation in your soul? Let’s walk by the Spirit and experience the freedom offered through Christ’s transformative power.
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**Resources Mentioned:**
- Ephesians 2:8-9
- 2 Corinthians 3:18
- Galatians 5:1-25
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