I've tried to depict just a few of the things that the Holy Spirit does in renewing our inner man: our hearts. And it is also good to know that He will one day also renew our outer man: our body.

In 1812 Napoleon proposed to invade Russia and bring its people under his
control. When the plans were laid out, someone ventured to say, "Man
proposes, but God disposes." On hearing that remark, Napoleon replied, "I
propose, and I dispose." His pride, however, proved fatal.

Using one of His tiniest, most fragile creations—the snowflake—God brought the proud
general to his knees. Bogged down in heavy snow, Napoleon ordered a
retreat. His army of 600,000 men was decimated, with fewer than a 100,000
making it back home again. Ultimately, this disaster weakened his armies
and brought about his final defeat in 1813.

When God wills it, no one can stop it.

It's a great comfort to those who love the Lord to know that He can be
neither intimidated nor defeated. If they are from the Lord, whatever
plans we have will unfold no matter who opposes them. Jesus said, "See, I

have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it" (Rev. 3:8).
Conversely, if your plans are not from the Lord, they ultimately will fail
no matter who proposes them.

Prayerfully place your plans and desires into God's hands. Be assured that

if they are His will, He will bring them about. Nothing can stop God's
will.

No matter what man proposes, it's God who disposes.