How Does God Actually Change Us?

Episode 2 is here! We are talking all about how we actually change by the power of the Spirit, how good friendships lead to conviction and repentance, and how Jesus brings reconciliation to broken relationships. This week we get into Romans 8:14–17, aka the “Call Him Abba” origin story, and then dive into John 15 to talk about Jesus as the true vine, what it means to abide in Him, and why pruning is painful but necessary. We also talk through 2 Corinthians 3 and how the Holy Spirit transforms us “from one degree of glory to another,” which sounds very holy and also very much like God graciously wrecking our plans. From there, we get into friendship, rebuke, repentance, and why “do you, girl” is not biblical love. We talk about Proverbs 27:5–6, 2 Corinthians 5, the ministry of reconciliation, forgiveness in Mark 11, living at peace with people in Romans 12, and not letting anger give the enemy a foothold in Ephesians 4. Enjoy!