In 2 Corinthians 3:18, the Apostle Paul provides a profound insight into the Christian journey of renewal and transformation. The verse states:

"And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord's glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit".

This verse emphasizes the process of spiritual renewal and transformation that believers undergo. The "unveiled faces" symbolize the removal of barriers between God and humanity, allowing believers to directly access and reflect the glory of our Lord. As believers behold the glory of the Lord, they are progressively transformed into His image, experiencing a metamorphosis that involves the renewal of the mind and heart.

The transformation is described as moving "from glory to glory," indicating a continual and dynamic process of growth in holiness and Christlikeness. This renewal is empowered by the Holy Spirit, who works within believers to produce spiritual fruit and guide them into all truth.

Recognizing the transformation and knowing that we are being transformed, as described in 2 Corinthians 3:18, involves observing certain spiritual and personal changes in our lives. Here are some key indicators:

1. Renewal of Mind and Heart: As believers behold the glory of the Lord, they experience a metamorphosis that involves the renewal of the mind and heart. This means that our thoughts, attitudes, and desires begin to align more closely with God's will and character.
2. Growth in Holiness and Christlikeness: The transformation is described as moving "from glory to glory," indicating a continual and dynamic process of growth in holiness and Christlikeness. This growth is evident in our increasing ability to reflect the character and virtues of Christ in our daily lives.
3. Spiritual Fruit: The Holy Spirit works within believers to produce spiritual fruit, such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. The presence and growth of these qualities in our lives are signs of transformation.
4. Guidance by the Holy Spirit: The Holy Spirit guides believers into all truth and helps them to understand and apply God's Word in their lives. This guidance leads to a deeper relationship with God and a clearer sense of His direction and purpose for our lives.

Removal of Barriers: The "unveiled faces" symbolize the removal of barriers between God and humanity, allowing believers to directly access and reflect the glory of the Lord. This means that we experience a closer and more intimate relationship with God, free from the hindrances that previously separated us from Him. 

 Every day a war rages within us – the Spirit versus the flesh, the old man versus the new. The primary role of the Holy Spirit is to reproduce the life of Christ within His followers (transformed into His image). It is not our work but His (3:5).

Be strong and be blessed.