Our Christian life must include both learning of the Lord and following Him to be authentic. True spiritual growth requires changing our mindset based on God's revelation, not others' perceptions. The transformation process is ongoing and progressive, requiring us to develop godly customs like Jesus did. These include regular church attendance driven by love for God, consistent alone time with the Father in prayer and worship, and practicing genuine fasting. The power to propel our spiritual lives forward comes from building this foundation, which makes our prayers more effective because they come from a place of obedience and relationship.