A Changed Heart Episode 19

In this episode of A Word for Your Soul, we explore Romans 2:29 and what it truly means to be a follower of Christ. It's not about religion, rituals, or checking off spiritual boxes—it's about heart transformation through the Holy Spirit. Drawing from Scripture and biblical context, this episode breaks down the difference between external obedience and internal surrender, reminding believers that God is after authenticity, not performance.

Perfect for anyone seeking deeper spiritual growth, biblical clarity, and a reminder that real faith is rooted in a changed heart, not religious perfection.

Key Themes & Scripture

1.Heart Transformation Over Legalism

True Christianity isn’t about religious rituals or checking spiritual boxes—it’s about a changed heart through the Holy Spirit.

2.Internal Change vs. External Compliance

God desires inner transformation, not just outward obedience. He looks at the condition of the heart, not just behavior.

3.Holy Spirit as the Change Agent

 Only the Holy Spirit can truly transform a heart and align it with God’s will.

4. Authentic Faith and Spiritual Maturity

 Maturity in Christ comes with greater responsibility and discipline. Growth is a process, and God’s grace is patient, but He also calls us higher as we grow.

5. Obedience is a Response to Love, Not Obligation

  Obedience flows from a heart that genuinely loves and wants to follow God—not from a desire for approval or to appear righteous.

6. God Judges the Secret Things

What we do in private and the motives of our hearts matter just as much—if not more—than public displays of faith.

7. Don’t Just Be a Hearer, Be a Doer

Listening to God’s Word isn’t enough—we must let it shape our lives and actions.

8. God Desires Relationship, Not Performance 

He wants genuine relationship, intimacy, and surrender—not religious performance.

Scriptures Mentioned

1. Romans 2:29 (NLT)

  “...a true Jew [Christian] is one whose heart is right with God... a change of heart produced by the Spirit... seeks praise from God, not people.” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/116/rom.2.29.NLT)

2. John 14:26 (NLT)

  “...the Holy Spirit... will teach you everything and will remind you of everything I have told you.” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/116/jhn.14.26.NLT)

3. Romans 2:13 (NLT)

  “For merely listening to the law doesn’t make us right with God. It is obeying the law that makes us right...” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/116/rom.2.13.NLT)

4. Romans 2:15 (NLT)

  “They demonstrate that God’s law is written in their hearts...” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/116/rom.2.15.NLT)

5. Romans 2:16 (NLT)

  “God, through Christ Jesus, will judge everyone’s secret life.” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/116/rom.2.16.NLT)

6. Romans 3:22 (NLT)

  “We are made right with God by placing our faith in Jesus Christ...” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/116/rom.3.22.NLT)

7. Hebrews 12:5–6 (NLT)

  “Don’t make light of the Lord’s discipline... the Lord disciplines those He loves...” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/116/heb.12.5-6.NLT)

8. Proverbs 3:12 (NKJV)

  “For whom the Lord loves He corrects...” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/114/pro.3.12.NKJV)

9. Matthew 5:16 (NLT)

  “...let your good deeds shine... so that everyone will praise your Heavenly Father.” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/116/mat.5.16.NLT)

10. Deuteronomy 30:6 (NKJV)

  “...the Lord your God will circumcise your heart... to love the Lord your God...” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/114/deu.30.6.NKJV)

11. 2 Corinthians 5:7 (NKJV)

  “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” 

  [Link](https://bible.com/bible/114/2co.5.7.NKJV)