The title is a word often used.

It is best illustrated by the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a beautiful butterfly. This means its transformation is by a natural agency. But a follower of Jesus Christ is transformed by a spiritual agency. There is even greater excitement when we hear of a nation being transformed; for example, Fiji.

Before such a thing can happen we have first to look inward at ourselves. Are we working out our salvation with fear and trembling? Or do we believe once saved always saved. Then why are ‘adulterers and liars’ kept out of the ‘new heaven and new earth? (Rev 21:1, 8). Did Jesus not say, ‘go and sin no more lest a worse thing come upon you’. We are also warned not to be like ‘a dog going back to its vomit’.

Bro. Lee Gee Koon

A tree is known by its fruit and only a good tree can bear good fruit. Is the fruit of the Holy Spirit evident to the people you interact with? As a member of the FGBMF, your ministry is in the marketplace. Your business associates must be able to see the good principles you subscribe to; otherwise you are not a good testimony.

Many show great passion in being willing to do things for Jesus and in giving; even endeavouring to make money for the ministries. Then Jesus would be your debtor. Is it not He who supplies ‘all your needs’ and you are merely a steward? Then it would be better if we just seek to do His will. Jesus Himself came only to do the will of the Father. Let us follow Him.

Remember we are only pilgrims in the world. In the course of our journey temptations constantly surround us. Overcoming pride, the lust of the eye and the lust of the flesh is a constant battle for us to overcome. Our safety lies in the power of the Holy Spirit when He reigns in us as He did in Jesus Christ when He was on earth. When the anointing of the Holy Spirit is upon us, what we say will make people listen and respond. The Holy Spirit convicts people of their sins. To be effective leaders, walk by the power of the Holy Spirit. Leaders must pursue holiness: “ ... as He who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct.” 1 Peter 1: 15.

If we are prepared to subscribe to the above thoughts then perhaps we can have the vision of the transformation of our nation. Our Lord Jesus does all things in His time. Let our walk be pleasing to Him so that He can use us to transform our nation into a God fearing nation. Contribute your expertise for the good of the nation. “Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake.” 1 Peter 2:13 & “Honor the King” 1 Peter 2:17.

In the Lord’s time He will burden the hearts of those He called and put the passion in them also to desire the nation transformed. He will also bring others of like mind together. As all governments are established by God you are to pray for them and all in authority so that you may live peacefully in the land.

Landa Cope in “The Old Testament Template” indicates that the Church is not doing the full works of God. The areas where the Church has not fulfilled its duties are in government, education, economics, family, the arts, communication and science. It is good for the Church to be more outward looking and shoulder its full responsibilities as ordained by God. Many with special giftings and talents are now not being fully utilized.

Perhaps it is time to launch out to the full flow of the river and allow the Holy Spirit to take us on to wherever He desires. We should not grief or quench the Holy Spirit but allow His will to be done. Our Lord Jesus Christ had shown us the example.

Let the believers come together in unity to build His church. Leaders must be of one heart and mind; though with different functions. With sincere and humble hearts come together and pray for the good of our nation. Together let us intercede for the nation and wait for Him to move; be obedient and willing to sacrifice and let go.

These are thoughts dropped into my mind as I ask the Holy Spirit to speak so that I may have an article to write for the Flame. Let the fire of cleansing begin!