The Need For Spiritual Renovation

 

The Need For Spiritual Renovation (By Gary Patterson) 

You might not agree with the make-over President Trump is giving the White house. Construction is underway to build a huge ball room to entertain foreign dignitaries, as well as other events. President Trump has stated that the new White House ballroom—estimated to cost between $250 million and $300 million—is being funded entirely through private means, not taxpayer dollars. According to the White House, the funding is coming from Trump himself and a group of “patriot donors,” which includes wealthy individuals and companies supportive of the project. So far, around $200 million has been pledged, though the exact breakdown of contributions—including how much Trump is personally donating—has not been disclosed. The administration has not released a full list of donors, which has sparked questions from ethics experts and lawmakers about transparency and potential influence on federal policy. The ballroom is planned as a 90,000-square-foot addition to the East Room and is intended to host large state dinners and events, with a capacity of up to 999 guests. 

There are those on both sides of the political arena that are for and against this development. But the purpose of this blog-post is not to take sides, or to focus on this debate. But I want to use the analogy of the renovation of the White house, to focus on another renovation. One that is very essential to our lives. 

Just as the White House undergoes renovations to preserve its integrity, beauty, and functionality, our spiritual lives require continual renewal to reflect the glory of God. The White House may be stripped of old paint, outdated wiring, or weakened foundations—much like how we must allow God to remove sin, pride, and spiritual stagnation from our hearts. Romans 12:2 urges, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” Renovation is not merely cosmetic; it’s a deep, intentional process that restores purpose and strength. In Christ, we are not just patched up—we are made new, rebuilt from the inside out to become temples of the Holy Spirit, fit for divine purpose and eternal impact.

The construction of a new ballroom at the White House offers a powerful metaphor for our spiritual renovation. A ballroom is a space designed for celebration, gathering, and honor—much like the inner transformation God desires in us. When we invite Christ to renovate our hearts, He doesn’t just repair the broken places; He builds something new and glorious, a place where His Spirit can dwell and rejoice.

In 2 Corinthians 5:17, Paul writes, “If anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” Just as the White House expands its capacity to host dignitaries and celebrate national milestones, our spiritual lives are expanded to host divine purpose, joy, and communion with God. 

The ballroom isn’t just functional—it’s beautiful. Likewise, our spiritual renewal isn’t just about discipline; it’s about delight. God builds within us a sacred space for worship, intimacy, and celebration—a spiritual ballroom where heaven meets earth. Where we are not only changed totally by the work of Jesus Christ (Philippians 1:6) but where we can enjoy and celebrate our fellowship with Him, today, and forever! GP

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