True Transformation: Letting God Renew Your Mind

Believe and Become Podcast – Episode 3 Recap

Hey friends! 👋 We’re Josh and Corina, and in this episode of the Believe and Become podcast, we’re talking about real transformation—the kind that lasts. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t come from trying harder.

Christianity Isn’t a Behavior Modification Program

For a long time, we believed the lie that being a “good Christian” meant performing well, following rules, and getting our behavior just right. But God isn’t after perfection—He’s after your heart.

When transformation starts on the inside, lasting change flows naturally on the outside.

Why Willpower Isn’t Enough

We’ve all tried to change ourselves: be kinder, react better, stop struggling in that one area. And maybe you’ve even managed to “fix” your behavior for a while—but inside, you still feel stuck.

That’s because willpower can change actions temporarily, but it can’t change your heart.

God’s way is different. Romans 12:2 gives us the secret:

“Be transformed by the renewing of your mind.”

Transformation starts by changing what we believe. Our thoughts shape our beliefs, and our beliefs shape our behaviors. When we let God’s truth renew our minds, real freedom begins.

Partnering with the Holy Spirit

One of the most freeing moments in our journey was realizing we don’t have to carry the burden of transformation alone. The Holy Spirit lives inside of us, producing the fruit we can’t force on our own—peace, patience, kindness, self-control, and more.

When we yield to Him, we stop striving and start growing.

Breaking Old Thought Patterns

Science now confirms what Scripture has been saying all along: your thoughts create pathways in your brain. The more you think something, the easier it becomes to think it again.

The enemy uses this against us, planting small lies like:

• “I’ll never be good enough.”

• “This is just who I am.”

• “I’ll always struggle with this.”

But God’s truth has the power to rewrite those pathways. We renew our minds by choosing truth, speaking it out loud, and practicing it until it becomes our new default.

From Striving to Transformation

Here’s the good news: transformation isn’t about trying harder. It’s about staying close to Jesus, listening to the Holy Spirit, and agreeing with God’s truth.

When you feel stuck, ask:
“Lord, what do You say about this?”
Then replace the lie with His truth. Little by little, those old ways of thinking fade, and His ways become natural to you.

Ready to Go Deeper?

You were made for transformation — and God has already given you everything you need to experience it.

📖 Josh’s book: 40 Days to Peace — break fear, anxiety, and discouragement.
📖 Corina’s book: Transformed by Truth — practical steps for renewing your mind.
🎧 Coaching: Need support on your journey? Visit joshandcorina.com/coaching.