Counsel #5 — Victory In Jesus!

Picture: Counsel #5 — Victory In Jesus!CLi 121.1

Following Jesus is a beautiful journey of transformation. As you open your heart to Him, He gently begins to reshape you into the person He created you to be. This doesn't mean the change always happens overnight. It's natural to find yourself slipping back into old habits, like thinking (or even speaking) curse words, even after making a commitment to God. Don't let this discourage you! Breaking bad habits takes time and effort.CLi 121.2

The important thing is to keep moving forward. When you find yourself swearing, don't give up. Instead, turn again to God and ask for His help.CLi 121.3

As you continue to pray and believe, God will faithfully complete the good work He's begun in you. This journey requires both fervent prayer. unwavering faith, and active choice. The more you rely on Him, the stronger you'll become in resisting temptation and living a life that reflects His love.^{[114]https://adventistreview.org/magazine-article/2101-60/}CLi 121.4

“I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” Philippians 4:13 NKJVCLi 121.5

“If you will but yield yourself to Him, He that hath begun a good work in you will carry it forward to the day of Jesus Christ. Pray more fervently; believe more fully.” Ellen White in Steps to Christ, p. 64CLi 121.6

Reflect: Do you believe Jesus can transform your life to be like Him? What is YOUR part in this transformation?CLi 121.7