31/07/2026
THE POWER OF TRANSFORMATION
"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new."
— 2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV)
One of the greatest evidences that Christ is living in us is a transformed life. As Ptr. David Gonsalves shared, Christianity is not measured by how long we have been in the Message, how much we know, or even by our religious activities. The true evidence is that Christ is being formed in us, producing growth, spiritual maturity, and a life that reflects His character.
Transformation is not something that happens overnight. It is the continual work of God as we surrender ourselves to His Word and allow the Holy Spirit to shape us day by day. There should always be growth. There should always be progress. A believer should never remain the same, because where Christ dwells, His life is revealed.
The Message is not merely information to be understood—it is a life to be lived. It is more than a confession; it is the reality of Christ in us, changing our thoughts, our desires, our attitudes, and our walk with Him.
May we continually examine our hearts and ask ourselves: Is my life being transformed by Christ? May we not be satisfied with simply hearing the Word, but allow it to produce the power of transformation within us, so that others may see Jesus reflected in our lives.
"But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ."
— 2 Peter 3:18 (KJV)