Growing into the roots of Christ!

The purpose of God is teaching believers how to grow into the roots of Christ. This is a lifelong work and nothing is more important to God.

You were born into the roots of the world and a desire to live for self. And, your roots tend to control your life.

It is impossible to see into all your roots but God sees everything. The roots of the world will lead to misery and destruction.

Growing into the roots of the Cross is contrary to all human wisdom. Your roots are influenced by genetic dispositions, a deep desire to satisfy self, the impressions of family and friends, and the teachings of religion.

Your roots are established by the worship of false gods and idols. The roots of the world lead to compulsive behaviors and greed for the life of luxury.

The challenge is growing new roots into the heart of Christ. This has nothing to do with religion or the ways of the world.

The starting point is to make a commitment to live for Christ. Don’t try to make changes. Leave this in the hands of God. Jesus is just looking for believers who are open to change and desiring to walk in the ways of God.

Jesus wants to build a personal and embracing relationship with a believer. Center your life on Jesus and your roots will change dramatically.

Your commitment to Jesus will become stronger as you grow in spiritual maturity and wisdom.

How do you develop the new roots?

Pray everyday seeking the will of God.

Be open to the conviction of the Holy Spirit. He is the life of Christ and lives inside you.

Read the Bible under the influence of the Holy Spirit. Ask the Spirit to bring clarity and understanding to the Word.

Invite the Holy Spirit to have authority over your life.

Listen to the voice of God and respond with obedience to His instructions.

God wants you to walk by faith believing in His promises and not by what you see with your eyes. Without faith you cannot please God.

God is most concerned your motives and decision making are compatible with His values.

Change comes through the power of the Holy Spirit working in a believer with an open heart.

The steps above will change your thinking patterns from self indulgent centered thoughts to the thoughts coming from the mind of Christ.