When everything changes dramatically for the better, that is transformation. When the opinion changes from down to up, that is transformation. When the frame of mind changes from doubt to optimistic hope, that is transformation. When the focus is no longer on me but on others, that is transformation.
Transformation leaves loneliness, darkness, selfishness, dispondency and anger behind. Transformed people are those who are free enough to do something great. Transformed churches are those who are focused outside of themselves. Transformed leaders are those who are consumed with God and what will help others find Him.
People and churches that make a difference are not changed by degrees, but by reversed direction.