God changed Paul’s heart, not just his actions. Paul wrote in 2 Corinthians 5:17, “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!” (NLT) Because you understand Jesus’ sacrifice and God’s love for you, you are so happy and thankful that you want to be the best you can to show God your love for him. Not so He will love you more (because He can’t love you anymore than He already does), but to show your love to Him.
TRY THIS!
Find a banana and a toothpick. Pierce the banana with the toothpick without peeling the banana. Wiggle the toothpick back and forth to “slice” the inside of the banana. Do this several more times down the length of the banana. Look at the banana. Does it look very different?
God changed Paul on the inside just like you changed this banana. God also wants to change your heart. He loves you, and wants you to love him. That’s the beginning of your changing. Sounds easy doesn’t it.
The banana looks about the same on the outside, but now peel the banana. WOW! Share your banana with a friend or family member.