Question

Who is the agent of transformation; that is, who transforms us when we surrender to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord?

the Son
the Holy Spirit
the Father
the church

Answer 1

The agent of transformation when one surrenders to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord is primarily **the Holy Spirit**. The Holy Spirit is often understood in Christian theology as the one who sanctifies believers, guiding and empowering them to grow in their faith and become more like Christ. While all three persons of the Trinity (the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit) are involved in the process of salvation and transformation, the Holy Spirit is specifically recognized for actively working within believers to effect change.