A new heart also will I give you, and a new spirit will I put within you: and I will take away the stony heart out of your flesh, and I will give you an heart of flesh. — Ezekiel 36:26 KJV
I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh. — Ezekiel 36:26 NIV
Today's Verse Reflection
This transformation isn’t just a one-time event, but an ongoing process in the Christian life. It’s about continually turning to God, seeking His grace, and allowing Him to work in us. This process can be challenging; it often involves letting go of old habits, forgiving others, and stepping out in faith. But the promise of a new heart and a new spirit is a reminder that God is always working within us, shaping us into the people He wants us to be.
One might ask: Where do I need a new heart and a new spirit in my life? How can I be more open to the transforming work of God’s love and grace? It’s a call to self-examination and to a deeper trust in God’s power to renew and restore.