A Reflection On Transformation

When I need to be cleansed from the inside out

A problem many of us face is that we can restrain our outward behavior while retaining all of the evil thoughts within us. When that happens, what we’ve changed is our appearance, not our heart. This is the condition of the Pharisee, and it’s not Jesus’ solution for sin.

If the problem of sin is an inward problem, it must be treated with an inward solution. What is the inward solution? The habitation of Christ Himself in our hearts by faith, and our constant, conscious reliance on Him to change us from within.

If inward change is your struggle—and you are not alone, if it is—resist the way of your human nature. Do not be content with covering the outward manifestation of an unclean heart. Invite Jesus to do an inward work, conforming your heart into His pure image—not just once, but constantly. Believe that He will, and see what happens.

It’s not what goes into your body that defiles you; you are defiled by what comes from your heart.

Mark 7:15