We Are A New Creation

Today’s reading is out of 2 Corinthians 5:17. Begin today’s devotion by reading this passage in your Bible.

Whenever we see the word “therefore,” we should ask this question; “What is it there for?” The Scripture verse we are looking at today begins with that mysterious word. Paul, who we briefly talked about yesterday, also wrote this letter to the Corinthian church. And he wrote the word “therefore,” in the beginning of this verse because he wants us to remember the previous thought he was sharing. In the previous verses, Paul describes that when we experience the grace of God and the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ, we put to rest our old life (v. 14-15).

Therefore, when we put our old life to rest, we experience a new life in Christ. You are a New Creation! This new creation is brand new; new-car smell new. You become everything that God desired you to be; washed clean and as pure as anyone could ever imagine. This is the new life that is available only by the grace of God, and the rest of our Christian life is a journey of allowing God to transform us into this new creation. Let’s reflect on these powerful words from Paul describing how Jesus made him new, to discover what God wants to do in your life.

2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!

Reflect

1. What portion of this verse speaks to you the most? Why?
2. The verse above states that if anyone is “in Christ,” they are a new creation. What would it (or does it) look like for you to live your life closely connected to Christ every day?
3. “The old has gone, the new is here!” What part of “the old life” are you most thankful to leave behind?
4. In your current season of life, what are you looking forward to most in this “new life” found in Christ? Why?

Act

If you are new to faith, take a few moments and envision, and even write down, what this “new life” in Christ might look like for you. If you have journeyed with God for a while, reflect and write about the areas of your life where God has brought newness and growth.

Pray

Jesus, I thank You again for Your grace. I am not perfect, and I have made mistakes. Today, I receive Your great grace and I ask that You continue to remind me that my past is not who I am. Who I am is found in You! Amen.