Sanctification: The External View

As a Christian, a transformation occurs that requires shedding of the old self. Others around may only see the current state of God's hand of sanctification and might find it unappealing or virtuous. However, as long as you remain in the Potter's House and in His hands, you will ultimately be transformed into perfection on His timing.

While undergoing this transformation, your personality remains the same, which is an essential part of your identity in Christ. It is what makes you stand out and unique in Him. You are not meant to fit in or become someone else entirely. Embrace your uniqueness and don't worry about those who reject you due to your personality traits such as being imaginative, discreet or meticulous.

Your true family is meant to appreciate, accept and love you, just as God loves you. However, there will always be those who prefer the old you and try to prevent you from evolving into the better version of yourself. They want you to remain the same and resist the change that requires of you to become more like Christ.

Remember, God accepts you as you are, but He wants to transform you into the person He has purposed you to be. Your character is to become Christlike. Do not worry about those who don't like your personality but beware of those who like your character if it has not been perfected by God.