renewal of heart, renewal of mind.

I was floored today by the fundamental truth of the greatness and goodness of God as they relate to his loving sanctification of our lives. Can you even fathom the greatness of a God who is able and who wills to renew our hearts and minds? I mean, utter renewal! The erasure of previous desires and bondage, the introduction of newness of mind and heart. What once was desirable is now despised. How great is our God! Our foolish and wicked hearts, our depraved and selfish minds are changed by the presence and activity of the Holy Spirit. We are redeemed. We receive new life even as we die to our former selves. How gracious and powerful and good is God.