How People Change: Habits Make Us Whole
"Spiritual growth starts with small, daily habits. In 1 Corinthians 9:23-27, Paul reminds us that discipline shapes our faith, just as training shapes an athlete. Engaging with Scripture daily transforms our hearts, deepens our walk with Christ, and strengthens us against temptation. Start small—commit to one habit today that brings you closer to God."
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Every one of us has habits…
some good, some bad, and some we don’t even realize we have. Habits shape our lives, but have you ever stopped to consider how they shape your soul?
As we enter Lent, it’s a great time to reflect. Change doesn’t happen overnight; it starts small. Ask yourself:
What is one bad habit you want to stop?
What is one good habit that brings you closer to God?
For me, it’s submitting my diet to God’s direction. Even small choices matter spiritually. The Bible reminds us in 1 Corinthians 9:23-27 that we must be intentional in shaping our spiritual lives. We don’t rise to our goals; we fall to our systems. The habits we build either bring us closer to God or pull us away.
James Clear, in Atomic Habits, explains how habits form:
Cue: Make it obvious. Set a specific time for Bible reading.
Craving: Make it attractive. Find a study plan that excites you.
Response: Make it easy. Start with just five minutes.
Reward: Make it satisfying. Track your progress and celebrate growth.
We are all being shaped by something. The question is: are we becoming more like Jesus or drifting away? Jesus modeled the power of small, consistent habits. Before His ministry, He spent 30 years growing in wisdom and prayer. He started small and walked in God’s plan.
The gospel isn’t about trying harder but surrendering to Christ. Through His death and resurrection, He offers us a new way to live, free from sin’s destructive cycles.
So start small. Find a friend for accountability. Commit to faithful steps toward Jesus. As Galatians 6:9 says, let’s not grow weary in doing good. The blessings of Christ are worth it—even if it takes time to see the fruit.