Amen Bro!
I too agree...when u accept Christ (truly) as Lord and Savior of your life....the Holy Spirit comes into your life and makes you a new creation. Like the symbolism of Baptism....Burial and Resurrection. The Holy Spirit then guides and influences you to make changes in your life. Makes you aware of sin that you never saw in your life before. No it's not always INSTANT...lifes a journey.
Galations 5:22-23
22 But when the Holy Spirit controls our lives, he will produce this kind of fruit in us: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, and self-control. Here there is no conflict with the law.
**On a side note: I thank God for this AWSOME forum! What a great experience to be able to share with other believers in Christ.