At Covenant Church, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can experience ongoing spiritual transformation. Whether you've just begun your walk with Jesus Christ or have been following Him faithfully for 50 years, we believe that growth and maturity as a disciple of Jesus never stop.
A key question for all of us is: Where does change come from as a disciple of Jesus? In his book Real-Life Discipleship, Jim Putman highlights four essential sources of transformation in our lives. Let’s explore each one:
The Word of God – Scripture has a powerful role in shaping and transforming us. Jesus prayed in John 17:17, “Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.” Through regular study and reflection, the truth of God’s Word cleanses and molds us to reflect His character.
The Holy Spirit – Change is not something we do on our own. Galatians 5:22-23 reminds us of the fruit the Holy Spirit produces in our lives: “love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.” The Spirit of God dwells in every believer, empowering us to grow and live out our faith as we cooperate with His work within us.
Our Part in the Process – While the Spirit leads, we have a role to play. Galatians 5:25 urges us to “keep in step with the Spirit.” We must choose daily to obey Christ, stay in His presence, and walk in faithfulness if we want to see authentic and lasting change in our lives.
Community with Other Disciples – We are designed to grow in community. Proverbs 27:17 says, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” As we share life together, we support one another in resisting sin, maturing in faith, and nurturing the things of God. Together, we grow stronger and deeper in Christ.
As you continue your journey as a disciple of Jesus, keep leaning into these four areas. By doing so, you will be transformed to reflect Jesus more fully in every aspect of your life, bringing glory to Him in all that you do.
We're excited to grow alongside you and see the ways God continues to work in and through each of us!