Today’s Thought “Who’s Who: A Tag Obliterated” G. Ward

 

2 Corinthians 5: ¹⁷ Therefore if anyone is in Christ, this person is a new creation; the old things passed away; behold, new things have come.

 

The new identity in Christ, a believer is afforded, can absolutely forget about carrying the outstanding luggage of old, so weighty and consumed with appearances of perfection and worldly success; it’s because the Maker of Heaven and earth, including people and things, decided to inhabit fleshly vessels of mankind – chosen, before the foundation of the world was considered. The believer’s past won’t define us; we’re completely recreated by God and to know that no matter our moral productivity (according to others), HIS highest standard continues to be violated, until any humble themselves through a repentant heart, to then seek forgiveness through Christ. 1 John 3:1 highlights the great love of the Father in making believers children of God, assuring believers there is no condemnation in Christ Jesus; now our makeover celebrates being HIS chosen and given the priesthood to reflect HIS nature and compels others unto that same light from a dark, weary path (cf. John 7:13-14).

 

Father God, to meditate on this great, spiritual focal point is so refreshing. So, our hearts are glad and generously offer praise to Your transforming us unto an effectual calling as witnesses to Your Truth. May this serve as tremendous encouragement for our day’s journey in You that invites the many of our encounters to see our works and bless Your Holy and Righteous Name; asking Your appointments for this day presented to proclaim How Great Is Our God! In Jesus Name, Amen.