Have you ever noticed how following Jesus changes not just what you believe, but what you pursue?

In the opening verses of Romans chapter one, the Apostle Paul reminds us that Jesus was declared to be the Son of God with power by His resurrection from the dead. That same resurrection power now works in every believer—transforming our hearts, renewing our minds, and shaping our desires to align with God’s will. As Pastor Jeff explains, this is what grace does: it teaches us to say no to sin and yes to the purposes God has for our lives.

Today, we’ll see that transformation means learning to stay away from what Jesus died for, and learning to participate in what He created us for. God’s grace empowers us to live with purpose, to shine where He’s placed us, and to be a light in the middle of a dark world.

Let’s dive in now to the balance of the message titled “Transformation Begins.”