2 Corinthians 4:16-18

“So we do not lose heart. Even though our outer nature is wasting away, our inner nature is being renewed day by day. For this slight momentary affliction is preparing us for an eternal weight of glory beyond all measure, because we look not at what can be seen but what cannot be seen; for what can be seen is temporary, but what cannot be seen is eternal.”

According to many of the shows on network and cable television people are not only willing, but actually eager, to undergo extreme makeovers. Following plastic surgery, botox injections, new hair styling, and a new wardrobe a person’s appearance can change dramatically. In addition, apartments, homes, and kitchens are given makeovers by interior designers and teams of friends. The underlying messages seem to be: “you should look better,” “you should dress better,” “you should live better,” and “you should feel better about yourself.” To a disciple of Jesus Christ the desire for an extreme makeover should not come as something new, and we are well aware that it’s something that takes place within us and not in our appearance. In fact, the most profound extreme makeover takes place when the presence of Jesus Christ in our lives transforms our thoughts, feelings, and actions. In order to continue the earthly ministry of Jesus Christ “our inner nature is being renewed day by day.” Thanks be to God!