Posts Tagged ‘ Christ-like ’

VerseD: Romans 12:2

Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, so that you may discern what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God.

Romans 12:2, HCSB

God created everything for us and to be with us, yet we often want this world more than Him. Let us be changed by the Holy Spirit to want Him and all that is good, to know good from evil and know Him more.

VerseD: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has passed away, and see, the new has  come!

2 Corinthians 5:17, CSB

We confess Christ is Lord, believing He was raised from the dead, and we are made new, beginning the process of becoming Christ-like having been adopted into God’s family by faith in His blood.

VerseD: Proverbs 16:3

Commit your activities to the Lord, and your plans will be established.

Proverbs 16:3, CSB

A life of holiness relies on Christ in all things, and this means walking according to His ways and seeking His will in all decisions and plans. By the Spirit He helps us live this holy life.

VerseD: Ephesians 4:32

And be kind and compassionate  to one another, forgiving one another, just as God also forgave you in Christ.

Ephesians 4:32, CSB

A life of holiness relies on Christ in all things, and He helps us to forgive and be kind and compassionate when others aren’t toward us, just like He did with us.

VerseD: Deuteronomy 31:9

“The Lord is the one who will go before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or abandon you. Do not be afraid or discouraged.”

Deuteronomy 31:8, CSB

A life of holiness relies on Christ in all things, realizing God is always with us and guiding our steps as we trust Him.

VerseD: Isaiah 26:4

Trust in the Lord forever, because in the Lord, the Lord himself, is an everlasting rock!

Isaiah 26:4, CSB

A life of holiness relies on Christ, the only source of truth, goodness, and righteousness that makes Holy. Trust in Him alone.

VerseD: Malachi 4:6

And he will turn the hearts of fathers to their children and the hearts of children to their fathers.  Otherwise, I will come and strike the land with a curse.”

Malachi 4:6, CSB

A life of holiness relies on Christ in all things, especially our relationships. As the Father has brought restoration to us in Christ, He will help restore relationships with family, friends, colleagues, and enemies.

VerseD: Isaiah 40:31

but those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength; they will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not become weary, they will walk and not faint.

Isaiah 40:31, CSB

A life of holiness relies on Christ in all things, finding it possible to love others, to be patient and strong even when weary and seemingly alone. He is always with us and empowering us.

VerseD: Romans 12:12

Rejoice in hope; be patient in affliction; be persistent in prayer.

Romans 12:12, CSB

A life of holiness leans on Christ, empowered to patience, and seeks God daily for His glory and for the needs of others.

VerseD: Matthew 6:33

“But seek first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness, and all these things will be provided for you.”

Matthew 6:33, CSB

The power of Christ moves in us by the Holy Spirit, and as we seek Him we have His righteousness flow ever more through us. We then find ourselves less anxious and worried, and we can show the love and peace of Christ to others.