Speaking life and blessing while empowering heart transformation
We do not criticize people into changing. This is basically legalism. The Holy Spirit did not criticize me into changing. It is the LOVE and KINDNESS of God intended to lead us into repentance. Yes, the Holy Spirit illuminates God’s word and it cuts and corrects- bringing TRUTH, but in a way that says “that isn’t your identity and that is not who I created you to be.” Romans says the spirit bears witness that we are Children of God. He speaks to our IDENTITY. Knowing our identity and Gods ways causes heart transformation FROM that new identity, resulting in a change of thinking, leading to change in behavior. God does not accuse and criticize me- that’s the enemy, the accuser of the brethren. God has shown me that when I only speak truth and criticize someone, it’s not bringing forth the environment that fosters heart transformation or growth. I watched a Jimmy Evans sermon once, and he talked about having a gardener mentality. You can read more about that here. https://www.infoforfamilies.com/blog/2009/06/12/the-gardeners-mentality