This week on Ask the Pastor, Pastor J.D. answers a question submitted by Tyler who asked, "“I know in my head that my sin is sinful, but I can't seem to 'metabolize' it and get that truth into my heart. How can I do that?” A glimpse inside this episode: * The goal of salvation is a new kind of righteousness. * Understanding sin requires both head knowledge and heart transformation. * Living by faith means choosing what is right despite feelings. * Growth in grace involves recognizing our ongoing need for grace. * Sowing seeds of righteousness leads to spiritual growth. * Habits shape our desires and affections. * Choosing against fleshly desires is a step of faith. * Reckoning ourselves dead to sin empowers us to resist temptation. * Prayer and belief in the gospel are essential for spiritual life. * Continuous reliance on God's grace is crucial in the Christian walk.