Daily Devotions

“A God-Fashioned Life”

“Take on an entirely new way of life—a God-fashioned life, a life renewed from the inside and working itself into your conduct as God accurately reproduces his character in you.”
—Ephesians 4:24 (The Message)

Imagine a someone who’s worn the same tattered coat for years. It’s threadbare, stained, and far too small. But it’s familiar—comfortable in a strange sort of way. One day, he’s invited to a formal banquet by someone important. And not only is he invited, but the host provides him with a brand-new, custom-made suit—perfect in every detail.

But when the day comes, the man shows up in his old coat. He clutches it tightly, uncomfortable in the new suit. “I know this one,” he says. “It may be worn, but it’s mine.”

This is often how we treat our spiritual lives.

God isn’t interested in a surface-level makeover. His work in us begins deep within—transforming the heart, renewing the mind, and reshaping our desires. What Paul describes here is not behaviour modification, but soul renovation. A new way of life that begins inside and slowly, steadily, shows up in how we live, speak, and relate to others.

This “God-fashioned life” doesn’t come off a rack. It’s not one-size-fits-all. It’s custom-made, personally tailored to fit who God created you to be. And it bears one label: Christlikeness.

God’s goal isn’t just to make you nicer or more polite. It’s to reproduce His character in you—His love, patience, truthfulness, courage, grace. We’re not simply learning to act like Jesus; we’re learning to live from His life within us.

But notice the order: first the renewal from the inside, then the change in conduct. We don’t force ourselves to be holy—we surrender to the One who is. This is the Spirit’s work in us, shaping us daily into the image of Christ.

It’s a journey, not a sprint. Some days the transformation feels slow. But every moment of surrender, every quiet yes to God, is part of the process.

Reflection

• Where is God inviting me to let go of the old way of living?
• How is His character being formed in me today?
• Am I cooperating with the Spirit’s work—or resisting it?

Prayer

God of new beginnings,
Thank You for calling me into a life that reflects You.
Renew me from the inside out.
Shape my thoughts, my words, my actions.
Help me to live in step with Your Spirit,
as You faithfully reproduce Your character in me.
Make my life a true reflection of Your grace.
Amen.

You were made for more than improvement—you were made for transformation. Let God do His beautiful work in you.