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Why Can’t I Change? – The Truth About Transformation
Overview:In today’s episode of The Average Pursuit, Jonathan tackles one of the most deeply personal and painful questions we all wrestle with: “Why can’t I change?” Despite our best efforts to grow in faith, many of us find ourselves trapped in cycles of struggle, questioning if real transformation is even possible.
Drawing from Ephesians 4:20-24, Jonathan explores the disconnect between our beliefs and our behavior, offering a spiritual roadmap for true change—not mere behavior modification, but a deep, inner transformation. This episode walks you through a powerful four-step process: Learn. Strip. Renew. Wear.
Key Takeaways:
The Deep Ache of Feeling Stuck:
Ever feel like you should be further along in your faith journey by now? You’re not alone. Struggling doesn’t mean you’re not saved, it means you’re still in process.
The key question: Why does change feel so elusive despite believing in Jesus?
The Four Movements of Spiritual Transformation:
Learn: It’s not about learning about Christ but learning Christ—an intimate relationship that shapes your identity.
Strip: Change begins when we strip off the old self—our habits, wounds, and idols. Real transformation requires deep, gritty honesty.
Renew: True renewal happens when we unlearn the lies we’ve believed and embrace the truth of God’s Word.
Wear: Putting on the new self means living out your true identity in Christ—walking in forgiveness, grace, and holiness every day.
The Picture of Metamorphosis:
Transformation is not about cleaning up the old self, but becoming a new creation. Like a caterpillar turning into a butterfly, you are meant to fly—not crawl.
Practical Steps to Start Changing Today:
Learn Christ: Spend time in His Word, listen for His voice, and encounter His heart.
Strip the Old Self: Name the sin or habit you need to surrender and bring it into the light.
Renew Your Mind: Replace the lies you’ve believed with the truths of Scripture.
Wear the New Self: Act out of your true identity in Christ, not the broken version of yourself.
Encouragement for the Journey:You are not stuck forever. Change is possible because Jesus didn’t die to make you better; He died to make you new. Don’t let the pressure of immediate results discourage you. Transformation is a process, and you’re right in the middle of it.
Blog Post: We're going deeper this Wednesday in our blog post, click HERE
Next Episode Preview: Am I Really Any Different? – Living Set Apart in a Blended-In World
Subscribe to The Average Pursuit for more deep dives into the hard questions of faith.
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By Jonathan SheppardOverview:In today’s episode of The Average Pursuit, Jonathan tackles one of the most deeply personal and painful questions we all wrestle with: “Why can’t I change?” Despite our best efforts to grow in faith, many of us find ourselves trapped in cycles of struggle, questioning if real transformation is even possible.
Drawing from Ephesians 4:20-24, Jonathan explores the disconnect between our beliefs and our behavior, offering a spiritual roadmap for true change—not mere behavior modification, but a deep, inner transformation. This episode walks you through a powerful four-step process: Learn. Strip. Renew. Wear.
Key Takeaways:
The Deep Ache of Feeling Stuck:
Ever feel like you should be further along in your faith journey by now? You’re not alone. Struggling doesn’t mean you’re not saved, it means you’re still in process.
The key question: Why does change feel so elusive despite believing in Jesus?
The Four Movements of Spiritual Transformation:
Learn: It’s not about learning about Christ but learning Christ—an intimate relationship that shapes your identity.
Strip: Change begins when we strip off the old self—our habits, wounds, and idols. Real transformation requires deep, gritty honesty.
Renew: True renewal happens when we unlearn the lies we’ve believed and embrace the truth of God’s Word.
Wear: Putting on the new self means living out your true identity in Christ—walking in forgiveness, grace, and holiness every day.
The Picture of Metamorphosis:
Transformation is not about cleaning up the old self, but becoming a new creation. Like a caterpillar turning into a butterfly, you are meant to fly—not crawl.
Practical Steps to Start Changing Today:
Learn Christ: Spend time in His Word, listen for His voice, and encounter His heart.
Strip the Old Self: Name the sin or habit you need to surrender and bring it into the light.
Renew Your Mind: Replace the lies you’ve believed with the truths of Scripture.
Wear the New Self: Act out of your true identity in Christ, not the broken version of yourself.
Encouragement for the Journey:You are not stuck forever. Change is possible because Jesus didn’t die to make you better; He died to make you new. Don’t let the pressure of immediate results discourage you. Transformation is a process, and you’re right in the middle of it.
Blog Post: We're going deeper this Wednesday in our blog post, click HERE
Next Episode Preview: Am I Really Any Different? – Living Set Apart in a Blended-In World
Subscribe to The Average Pursuit for more deep dives into the hard questions of faith.
Stay Connected:
Website: Click HERE
Follow Jonathan on Social Media:
Facebook
Support the Show: Click HERE
Need Prayer? Click HERE