Thursday, January 16, 2014 MAKING LIFELONG CHANGES by Ben Fike We have real difficulty here because everyone thinks of changing the world, but where, oh where, are those who think of changing themselves? People may genuinely want to be good, but seldom are they prepared to do what it takes to produce the inward life of goodness that can form the soul. Personal formation into the likeness of Christ is arduous and lifelong, writes Richard Foster. There are few changes that can happen and be positive and helpful until we decide to change ourselves. No one other than ourselves can change us. Forced change only lasts until we can figure out a way to return to the way we were. All genuine change is voluntary, purposeful, intentional, and rarely is it quick and easy. It takes time... a lifetime on some things... to reach the internal formation we desire. Change is also not something we wish for... it is something we work for. Do not labor for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to everlasting life, which the Son of Man will give you. Jesus From The Exchange Book © Ben Fike
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