Once we become NEW believers in Christ Jesus and surrender our lives to him, we must understand that the real changes in our lives don’t happen overnight. Many of us will still be fighting against our old habits, bad behaviors and demons within. Please know, the real transformation happens during the journey as we go through trials and tribulations. I always say, “progression, not perfection”.
The Bibles says, “Consider it a great joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you experience various trials, because you know that testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance have its full effect so that you may be mature and complete, lacking nothing. (James 1:2-4 CSB).
As a new believer in Christ, our foundation is the Word of God…The Bible! Get in the Word of God daily…. even if it’s just a few scriptures/verse a day. Find you a Bible translation that works for you, and get to know God and The Lord, Jesus Christ, whom you’ve chosen to trust and believe in. The Word tells you exactly who they are and how much you are loved by them.
When you are seeking knowledge and understanding when you are on this journey, don’t hesitate to surround yourselves with other believers in Christ. We need each other on this Christian walk. We need those who will pray for us and that will show us grace when we stumble. Enjoy this walk with our Lord. Grow strong in your faith and know that you are loved!
Last thing……. Pray! Pray! Pray!!!! Prayer is essential to our Faith: 1st Thess 5:16-18 CSB: “Rejoice always, pray consistently, give thanks in everything; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.
Yvonne Hobbs,
Gracefully Growing
Christ Led Diva 