Showing posts with label Renewal. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Renewal. Show all posts

Sunday, August 4, 2024

Renewal

God works in unexpected ways, 
His transformation surprises us. 
Our old self, corrupted by deceitful desires, 
Must be put off, like a worn-out garment.

As believers, we’re called to leave behind 
The familiar paths of our former lives, 
And embrace the new life found in Christ, 
A life renewed in the spirit of our minds.

This new self reflects God’s righteousness, 
A holiness that sets us apart, 
Guided by His Word, we reject sinful patterns, 
Embracing godly living, not mere rituals.

So let us cultivate a genuine relationship with God, 
Not bound by religious routines, 
But anchored in His compassion, justice, and love, 
As we walk the path of faith, step by step.
Let the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart find favor before you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. - Psalm 19:15

Prayer

What lies within this fragile heart that beats and bleeds and breaks apart. What secrets does it hold inside that I have tried so hard to hide. What dreams and hopes and fears and doubts that fill my mind and make me shout. What passions and desires and joys and pains that stir my soul and course my veins. What words and thoughts and feelings and deeds that shape my life and guide my needs. What truths and lies and rights and wrongs that form my voice and sing my songs. What is this heart that you can see that only you can set me free. What is this heart that I conceal that only you can make me reveal.