Renew Your Mind Day 3 | New Desires

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What if change isn’t about trying harder but about receiving a new heart? We open Ezekiel 36:26 and sit with its bold claim: God replaces, not repaints. That single verse reorients the way we see identity, effort, and growth. Instead of chasing improvement to earn a name, we live from a name already given. And that shift—from behavior modification to transformation—turns spiritual disciplines into rehab after a transplant, strengthening what God has already placed within.

Across this short, focused message, we talk about the trap of cosmetic faith and why “You are not a better sinner; you are a saint in progress” speaks to shame, relapse, and the nagging fear of being “damaged goods.” We lean into the idea that a new nature actually wants to please God. That desire is not wishful thinking—it’s the pulse of the Spirit within. With two reflection questions, we invite you to locate where you’ve settled for upgrades instead of surrender, and to test whether your self-talk matches the promise of Scripture.

We end with a simple prayer of gratitude and alignment: thanking God for regeneration, asking for renewed thoughts, and seeking strength when weakness feels louder than truth. If you’ve been stuck in self-critique or striving, this message offers a kinder, deeper path—one rooted in identity, not performance. Listen, reflect, and let your heart learn its new rhythm. If this encouraged you, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs hope, and leave a quick review to help others find the message.

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