Before and After

“No, a true Jew is one whose heart is right with God. And true circumcision is not a cutting of the body but a change of heart produced by God’s Spirit. Whoever has that kind of change seeks praise from God, not from people.” Romans 2:29


We all have before and after pictures, from High School, to weight loss, to age and isn’t it fun even rewarding to see the changes that have been made over time. Not just to yourself but even with friends and family you have not seen in awhile. I do understand some changes might not be so good, but the point is the change a real change one that is obvious and noticeable-not fake.

Other than the most obvious there is an even greater before and after picture, it is the picture of our new life with Christ. This change begins from within that is so radical everyone can see it. It is a process that must occur daily but is very rewarding and satisfying.

Did you know that your change becomes contagious even curious to those who knew what your old life was like. When people can see and relate to your story and hear how Christ began to change you for the better, it leaves a deep impression on their hearts. An impression that lingers and tugs at them until they can’t stand it anymore and they come to you wanting to know more about Jesus and how to get what you now have.

We should celebrate these changes everyday because they show us how for far the Lord has brought us. We should shout with joy for the battles that we have overcome and praise God for the progress we make everyday and we should want to share these changes with all who are in desperate need of a makeover. And we should always remember the greatest thing about these after pictures, is they just keep getting better and better.

What do your before and after pictures look like? Has there been a change that has taken place within you? If not start your makeover today, open the word of God, place Him inside of You and let the Master of makeover do His work.

Prayer: Lord thank You, thank You for the amazing changes that You have made in my life and in the lives of all my brothers and sisters. Lord I pray for those who are still looking at their before pictures wondering when they will change. Show them through someone or something that their change can start today! Lord help us use our changes to glorify You and bring others to know You. We love You Lord and we praise You for every change that makes us become more like You. Amen