Imagine a sculptor standing before a block of rough marble, tools in hand, waiting for the stone to be positioned on the workbench. The marble cannot shape itself, but once it is made ready and placed in the master craftsman's hands, every stroke of the chisel gradually reveals a masterpiece. Becoming entirely ready to have God remove our defects of character means positioning our lives on God's workbench. Often, we hang onto old coping mechanisms, defense mechanisms, or familiar flaws out of comfort or fear of the unknown. True readiness comes when we grow tired of our old patterns and desire God's purity more than our self-made security. Transformation is God's work, but willingness is ours. When we offer Him our hearts without holding back any hidden corner, we give Him permission to clean out the debris and renew our spirits. As you open your heart to His refining touch today, trust that He is fashioning something clean, strong, and steadfast within you. | 
