Transformed By Truth: Open Eyes And Changed Hearts Series

Transformed by Truth: Open Eyes and Changed Hearts

Theme: Jesus transforms our hearts and opens our eyes to His truth.

Big Idea: Through the Word of God and the power of Christ, our hearts are made new, and our spiritual sight is restored.

Introduction: The Power of Transformation

Imagine an artist taking a broken, discarded sculpture and transforming it into a masterpiece. That’s what Jesus does for us. The song by Third Day says, “You took my heart and You changed it with Your words of life. You took my eyes and You opened them and gave me sight.” These lyrics beautifully capture the transformative work of Jesus in our lives.

Today, we’ll explore how Jesus changes our hearts and opens our eyes, drawing us closer to Him and enabling us to live lives of worship and purpose.

1. A Changed Heart: God’s Promise of Transformation

Ezekiel 36:26 (NLT): “And I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart.”

In this passage, God promises to renew His people. The “stony heart” represents rebellion and resistance to God, while the “tender heart” signifies a life transformed by His Spirit. This promise was fulfilled through Jesus, who makes us new creations in Him (2 Corinthians 5:17).

The Hebrew word for “heart” (lev) refers to the inner person—our emotions, will, and intellect. When God changes our hearts, He transforms the very core of who we are.

Think of a farmer breaking up hard soil so seeds can take root. God breaks the hardness of our hearts, planting His Word within us, so we can grow in faith and love.

Have you allowed God to replace your stony heart with a tender one? Transformation begins when we surrender to Him and let His Spirit work in us.

Romans 12:2 (NLT): “Don’t copy the behaviour and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think.”

As A.W. Tozer said, “God never uses anyone greatly until He tests them deeply. He must break the hard shell of pride and self-reliance to pour in His Spirit.”

2. Open Eyes: Spiritual Sight Restored

Psalm 119:18 (NLT): “Open my eyes to see the wonderful truths in your instructions.”

This verse is a prayer of the psalmist, asking God to reveal His truth. Without God’s intervention, we are spiritually blind. Jesus came to give us sight—not just physical sight, as in the healing of the blind man, but spiritual sight to understand God’s ways.

The Hebrew word for “open” (galah) means to uncover or reveal. It’s not just about seeing physically but about perceiving with spiritual clarity.

John 9:25 (NLT): “I was blind, and now I can see!” These words of the healed man are true for all who encounter Jesus. He opens our eyes to His grace and truth, giving us a new perspective on life.

Imagine living in darkness and suddenly stepping into the light. That’s what happens when Jesus reveals His truth to us. We begin to see life, ourselves, and others through His eyes.

Ask God to open your eyes to His Word and His presence in your life. Take time to pray and read the Scriptures, seeking His guidance and revelation.

2 Corinthians 4:6 (NLT): “For God, who said, ‘Let there be light in the darkness,’ has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ.”

Charles Spurgeon once said, “Faith is the eye of the soul. It looks beyond the shadows of this world to the eternal realities of God’s kingdom.”

3. A Life Transformed: Living in the Light

Matthew 5:16 (NLT): “In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father.”

When our hearts are changed and our eyes are opened, our lives are transformed. We become lights in a dark world, reflecting God’s glory and drawing others to Him.

The Greek word for “shine” (lampo) refers to radiating light, much like a lamp illuminating a room. Our transformed lives should radiate Christ’s love and truth to those around us.

Think of a lighthouse guiding ships to safety. As followers of Jesus, we are lighthouses, guiding others to the safe harbour of God’s love.

Let your life reflect the transformation Jesus has brought. Be a witness to His grace and goodness, living in a way that honours Him.

Galatians 2:20 (NLT): “My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me.”

John Piper said, “God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in Him.”