While we live in these earthly bodies, we groan and sigh, but it's not that we want to die and get rid of these bodies that clothe us. Rather, we want to put on our new bodies so that these dying bodies will be swallowed up by life. God himself has prepared us for this, and as a guarantee he has given us his Holy Spirit.
THOUGHT:
Two forces are at work within us as children of God. They work in opposite directions at the same time. Our bodies are subjected to decay and move in the direction of things mortal -- death awaits our physical form. However, our inner natures are being transformed and conformed to the nature and character of Christ. Life is at work in us even though it looks like death will claim us. This is because of the work of the Spirit, who not only will give our spirits life, but also empower us to resurrection with a new, glorious and immortal body to share in what is life indeed!
PRAYER:
To you, God, the Eternal and Almighty One, be glory and honor, forever and ever. May my life reflect your eternal glory as the Holy Spirit works in me and brings your assurance of grace to me. Thank you, Father, for personally preparing me for this transformation. In Jesus' name I thank you. Amen.
