God Is Slowly Conforming Us Into The Image of Christ (Clip)
Carter Conlon teaches that God gradually transforms believers into Christ's likeness through subtle, often unnoticed changes in their thoughts, speech, and actions.
This sermon emphasizes the subtle yet transformative changes that occur in a person's life when they walk with God. It highlights how our conversations, thoughts, speech, and interactions with others gradually reflect this change, even if we may not notice it immediately due to the slow nature of growth. The importance of being prepared to share the reason for the hope within us, as our message can be a source of light and encouragement to others, akin to the angels' message of good news and great joy for all people.
Full Transcript
We don't necessarily know that we're changing the way we are. Our conversation is changing, the way we think is changing, the way we speak is starting to change, the way we reach out and touch people is changing. We don't realize it because the growth seems to be so slow sometimes when you start small.
But other people look and they see it. That's why the Bible says, be ready now when people ask you for a reason for the hope that is in you. Be ready because your message is going to be the same as the angels.
What I have to tell you is good news of great joy to all people.
Sermon Outline
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- Change often happens slowly and unnoticed
- Growth is reflected in conversation, thoughts, and actions
- Others can see the transformation even if we don’t
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- Be prepared to explain the hope within you
- Your message aligns with the angels’ message
- The good news is a message of great joy for all people
Key Quotes
“We don't necessarily know that we're changing the way we are.” — Carter Conlon
“Be ready now when people ask you for a reason for the hope that is in you.” — Carter Conlon
“What I have to tell you is good news of great joy to all people.” — Carter Conlon
Application Points
- Pay attention to subtle changes in your thoughts and speech as signs of spiritual growth.
- Be prepared to share the hope you have in Christ with others at any time.
- Embrace the slow process of transformation as God’s work in your life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does God change us according to the sermon?
God changes us gradually by transforming our thoughts, speech, and actions into the image of Christ.
Why might we not notice our own spiritual growth?
Because the growth is often slow and subtle, making it less obvious to ourselves but visible to others.
What should believers be ready to do?
Believers should be ready to give a reason for the hope they have in Christ when asked.
What is the nature of the message believers carry?
It is the good news of great joy to all people, consistent with the message of the angels.