2 Corinthians 5:17: “So then if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old things have passed away; behold, they have become new.”
Ephesians 4:24: “And put on the new man, which was created according to God in righteousness and holiness of the reality.”
Philippians 3:9: “And be found in Him, not having my own righteousness which is out of the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness which is out of God and based on faith.”
To put on Christ is to live in His identity and reality. 2 Corinthians 5:17 reveals that in Christ, we are new creations, with the old life terminated and a new life begun/germinated. This new creation is not a product of self-improvement but a result of being in Christ.
Ephesians 4:24 calls us to put on the new man, which is created according to God. This new man is righteous and holy, expressing the reality of God’s divine nature. By faith, we embrace this new identity and live in the reality of being united with Christ.
Philippians 3:9 emphasizes being found in Christ, not relying on our own righteousness but on the righteousness of God through faith. This means living a life that reflects Christ’s righteousness, holiness, and truth, putting aside self-effort and fully identifying with Christ.
Thought of day/Main points:
– Putting on Christ means living as a new creation, with the old life terminated.
– The new man expresses righteousness and holiness according to God’s nature.
– Faith enables us to live in Christ’s identity and reality, not our own.
– Being found in Christ reflects our union with Him in every aspect of our lives.
– Living in Christ’s identity brings God’s glory into our daily experience.
Prayer Confessions:
Lord, thank You for making me a new creation in Christ.
Help me to put on the new man and express Your righteousness and holiness.
Teach me to live in Your identity and not rely on my own efforts.
Lord, let my life reflect that I am found in You in every situation.
May I glorify You daily as I live in union with Christ, Amen.
