Resting in the Lord (Transformation into Image)

Step by step

1. Identify your desired aim or image (e.g., a good teacher).
2. Consciously 'rest' in the feeling of already being that image.
3. Avoid dwelling in negative states (e.g., insecurity, grievances), as these also lead to transformation into their image.
4. Recognize that your internal state and 'silent conversations' are attracting your life circumstances.
5. Persist in resting in the desired feeling until transformation occurs.

Related Bible passages

• Hebrews 4:10

Related ideas

The Creative Use Of Imagination

To 'rest in the Lord' means to consciously dwell in the feeling of your desired state, allowing yourself to be transformed into that image. Avoid resting in negative states (like insecurity or hurt), as this will also transform you into those undesirable images. Recognize that your internal state and 'silent conversations' are the magnets attracting life's circumstances.

In the Book of Hebrews Paul tells us to “Rest in the Lord.” Why? Because the man who rests in the Lord is transformed into the image in which he rests. If my aim is to be a good teacher and I rest in that feeling, I will be transformed into that image. Unfortunately, most of the states in which men rest are negative. Feeling insecure, you will rest in the conviction that the world owes you a living. Feeling hurt, it is easy to rest in that grievance until your mood becomes natural. You may condemn the state and believe others to be its cause but, through your feelings of being hurt, you will be transformed into the very image of the state you condemn. And if someone seems to cause you displeasure, remember, there is no other. The state in which you rest is causing you to listen to silent and invisible conversations. Although the words are heard by you and you alone, they act as magnets and draw to you the circumstances of your life.

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