We all...are being transformed...by the spirit of the Lord.
2 Corinthians 3:18
When going through old family photos, my cousins and I joke about which physical characteristics we've Inherited. We notice primarily the negative ones: short legs crooked teeth. Unruly collides. All of us can easily identify in our ancestor our own least favorite body part. In addition to physical attributes, we also Inherited characters traits some good, some not so good. But we don't always pay as much attention to those.
According to my unscientific observation, people try all kind of method to overcome physical imperfections—exercise routines weightless programs makeup, hair coloring cosmetic surgery. But instead of trying to overcome our character flaws, we tend to use them as an excuse for behaving badly. I suppose this is because chapter going our looks is easier than changing our character. But imagine how much better off we'd be if we put our energy into character development.
As God's children we're not limited by our genetic makeup we can surrender our flaws to Him and allow Him to fulfill the potential He had in mind when He created us as unique expressions of His love. The power of God's spirit and the life of God's Son are at work in US, conforming us to His image (2Cor.3:18).
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