Only God himself can do it!

Colossians 2:6-7
Just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.

In Ephesians 4:21 Paul echoes this message saying that if we are taught by Jesus we can put off our former conduct. In 2 Corinthians 5:17 Paul talks about how we are transformed into a new creature IN CHRIST. And back to today's verse, notice that he says you have "received" Christ.

What's my point? Do you think that you are the one that can make yourself good? Do you think it is up to you to be a good Christian? Do you think you any man can bring you to the fullness of your Christian life? As you are reading this, do you think I can help you come closer to God?

Paul follows this verse in Colossians with a stern warning about deceit, traditions of men and the basic principles of this world. The paragraph ends with verse 9 which is the ultimate point of this message.

Do you want a righteous and holy life? You can't do it! There are no checklists, traditions, 7 habits, Dr. Phil and Oprah shows that can help you be what God intends you to be.

Only God himself can do it! Only God can straighten the mess we are. He's waiting to get involved in our lives, we just have to get out of his way.