Be Transformed

“The word of the LORD came expressly to Ezekiel the priest … and the hand of the LORD was upon him there.” – Ezekiel 1:3

What was Ezekiel’s motivation for the messages he delivered? He might have had personal opinions on these subjects, but for him, these were not matters for debate, and he was not attempting to convince others he was right.

The Bible tells us he spoke because God directed him. Others may have questioned this inspiration, but Ezekiel had no doubts. He had heard from God and only spoke because His hand was upon him. He was confident because he had been transformed by that relationship.

The Bible reminds us that every believer can develop this kind of relationship with God, realize that He wants to communicate with us, open our eyes to see the world in new ways, and give us His assignments.

This is part of our heritage as new creations in Christ. In fact, through Him, “all things have become new” (2 Corinthians 5:17). As believers, we are “transformed” (Romans 12:2). We can realize that God changes us and gives us a new understanding. We can know Him personally and become instruments of His supernatural power, available to think His thoughts, deliver His messages, and serve Him.

Don’t be conformed to the world around you, but fill your mind with God’s Word. Make yourself available to Him, ready to be transformed. Spend quality time with Him in prayer. Always listen. Let Him transform you, guide you, speak to you, and use you.

Reflection Question: How can you spread the Good News to those around you this week?