Total transformation of the heart takes time, sometimes perhaps more than we would want to admit. Psalms 119 gives us many answers how to walk consistently with God.
"How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word. I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from the commands. I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. Praise be to you, O Lord; teach me your decrees. With my lips I recount all the laws that come from your mouth. I rejoice in following your statues as one rejoices in great riches. I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways. I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word." 119:9-16.
Blessed are they whose ways are blameless, who walk according to the law of the Lord." 119:1
These verses are packed with disciplines to stay in his Word, and to "be" conformed to His image:
Be committed to stay in the Word. Be consistent:
As much as possible, try to do daily bible reading, from your phone, on Facebook, or even the good old fashioned way, straight from the pages of your bible!
Be thoughtful: meditate on the word, do a bible study. Look up the definition of words if you are not sure what they means.look up other verses on the subject.
Be teachable: Allow the Holy Spirit to convict you. Be humble. Be open to truth.
These actions produce a changed and joyful heart full of thankfulness.
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