September 4, 2012 New Life For You

New Life For You Romans 6:4 For we died and were buried with Christ by baptism. And just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glorious power of the Father, now we also may live new lives. DO YOU know you really do have a new life in Jesus Christ? When you speak of or hear the words of Jesus Christ’s death and resurrection, you of course say the words of resurrection. You rejoice in his triumph over death, and you celebrate that he is alive. But do you truly relate Jesus’ resurrection to your own life? Jesus’ death has given each one who calls Jesus “Lord and Savior of my life.” a brand-new life. Think of how the word “new” means completely different. “New” means the old is gone and no longer exists. “New” means something vital and life-changing has happened to you. So I ask you, “Do you live that way?” Are you willing to cast away old doubts and old fears? Are you willing to live in a way that is truly opened to new life? Are you willing to allow the Lordship of Jesus Christ to spiritually cleanse your sins and remove your fears and your doubts? Are you willing to think differently about your neighbor—to see him as God sees him? Are you open to hearing God speak to you? And, are you willing to say, “Yes, Lord. Here I am.” when he calls you to go somewhere new to tell others of his resurrection? Newness means change. A life truly lived in the newness of Christ’s resurrection power is a changed life of passion for Him. I pray you will experience this new life in all its power and blessings God has planned for you. It’s True! You can confidently live new in Jesus.