Daily Devotional – ‘In His Footstep’
By Kingdom Support Initiatives (KSi)
October 22nd 2023

The Miracle of Transformation

I beseech thee for my son Onesimus, whom I have begotten in my bonds: which in time past was to thee unprofitable, but now profitable to thee and to me Philemon 10-11

Bible Reading: Philemon 1

The greatest miracle that can take place in the life of anyone is the miracle of salvation! Through salvation, Christ Jesus’ redemption provision at Calvary is appropriated, embraced and spiritual rebirth takes place (read John 3). The miracle of spiritual transformation starts from this point; recognizing human’s sinful nature, acknowledging the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and accepting Jesus Christ by faith by confessing our sins and believing the redemptive work of Christ Jesus.

Today’s Bible reading chronicles the life of Onesimus, an estranged servant of Philemon. Prior to Apostle Paul’s letter to Philemon, Onesimus misbehaved (the exact offense was not stated explicitly) and Philemon sent him packing. However, Onesimus encountered Jesus Christ through Apostle Paul’s ministry. His life was transformed first from a sinner to a righteous man. A servant turned to a partner in fulfilling God’s kingdom assignment. His perspective changed and Onesimus was translated from the kingdom of darkness into that of light. Here’s the truth: the power for true transformation is in the gospel of Christ Jesus. Onesimus’ encounter with Christ changed the course of his life. It made Onesimus to become relevant and profitable in God’s kingdom and to God’s creation. God’s word brings about change first from the inside to the outside because the gospel of Christ is the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believe. It is spirit and life and capable of transforming lives and destiny to the glory of God.

The blood of Jesus washes away the sinful nature in us and our life is transformed. We are reconciled to God and God’s nature is restored and we become God’s sons and daughters. Dear friends, Jesus Christ is knocking the door of your heart again today, confess and believe Him and forsake your old ways. For deeper desire to know God for bigger relevance in God’s agenda, draw closer to God and allow His word dwell in you richly (James 4: 8; Colossians 3:16).

Self-Reflection: The greatest miracle is the miracle of salvation!

Daily Confession: Thank You Lord for the miracle of transformation. I embrace You and I pray for as many that are yet to believe and accept the gift of salvation that you open their eyes to the truth so that they can be sons of God in Jesus name. amen!

Intercessory prayer: I pray for the salvation of as many who are yet to give their lives to Jesus.

Hymn: We have an anchor that keeps that soul

Steadfast and sure while the billows roll

Fastened to the rock which cannot move

grounded firm and deep in the Saviour’s love.