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March 4, 2025

Day 64 Transformation-Performing | Philippians 2:13

Day 64 Transformation-Performing | Philippians 2:13

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Prepare for an inspiring journey where faith meets action. In today’s episode, we explore how your life can be transformed into a beautiful symphony when you allow God to play your instrument. Through the profound teachings from Philippians 2:13, we discuss God's role in empowering us to fulfill His purpose.

We recount the touching story from Myra Brooks Welch's poem, "The Touch of the Master's Hand," where a worn violin finds its true value through the skilled touch of a master musician—a reminder that our lives can hold incredible worth when guided by the Divine. This narrative challenges listeners to embrace their life’s potential instead of settling for mere existence. 

We also tackle the significant contrast between merely believing in faith versus taking action. As we unpack these themes, we emphasize that the smallest action can often yield the largest impact, especially when it aligns with our faith. The call to live out our beliefs resonates throughout the episode, pushing us all toward meaningful engagement with our spirituality. 

Join us and discover how, as part of God’s orchestra, our unique contributions create a harmonious world that reflects His glory. Don’t forget to subscribe, share your thoughts, and leave a review—let's continue this transformative conversation together!

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Chapters

36:55 - Introduction to Transformation

42:15 - The Story of the Old Violin

02:24:15 - Performance in Faith

Transcript
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Welcome to Wisdom for the Day, your daily source for spiritual refreshment and guidance.

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I'm Rick.

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Join me as I dive into God's Word to find clarity and strength for life's challenges.

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Let me help you embrace each day with faith and wisdom, Ready to feel inspired.

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Let's get started.

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Today is Day 64, Transformation Performing.

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From the book of Philippians, chapter 2, verse 13,.

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From the New Living Translation, it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose.

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Myra Brooks Welch wrote a beautiful poem titled the Touch of the Master's Hand.

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It tells the story of an auctioneer trying to sell an old, battered violin, one that nobody wanted.

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But everything changed when a master musician picked it up and played it with such grace and skill that the selling price skyrocketed.

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The transformation happened because of performance.

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The touch of the master's hand revealed the true value of the violin.

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In the same way, when we allow our lives to be instruments played by God, we can hardly believe the beautiful music that he produces through us.

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Satan, on the other hand, is perfectly content with someone confessing Christianity, as long as they don't live it out.

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The power of our faith lies in action, as the saying goes.

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The first two letters of doctrine are due.

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No farmer ever plowed a field by merely thinking about it.

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And the smallest action is a lot of times better than the grandest intention.

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And the smallest action is a lot of times better than the grandest intention.

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When we start playing the violin that God has given us, acting on His calling, our true worth in His kingdom is revealed as we take those steps of faith.

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God is working within us.

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His Spirit empowers our willing and our working.

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With the touch of the Master's hand, we're capable of playing any song he sets before us.

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Our obedient service to God is our best performance, shining like a light in the world.

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When we follow the lead of our Master Conductor, God's brilliance is revealed and His glory shines more brightly than ever through our lives.

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Pray with me, Father, God of grace and power.

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We are your orchestra, ready to follow your musical score.

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May our performance for you make beautiful music, transforming your world In the precious name of Jesus, amen.

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Well, that's all for today, but I'll be back tomorrow with more of God's Word.

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Until tomorrow, I'm Rick.

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