NEW CREATION

Posted on by Angel Lovoy Moore

Day 2 – Who He Says I Am Series

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation: The old has passed away, behold the new has come!” – 2 Corinthians 5:17 (ESV)

In Christ –

YOU ARE A NEW CREATION

“Me and fear, we had a thing in 1993. Told me I was wasting time with all the silly dreams.

I dated doubt, she knocked me down every time I tried”

Do these words sound familiar? Maybe not just because they are the opening lines from Andy Grammer’s song JOY, but maybe you’ve also felt similar sentiments in your own life. Have you ever felt like you dated fear, doubt, shame, guilt, or condemnation? I know I have. I like how Andy Grammer uses the picture of a relationship because isn’t it true that we embrace these oppressions as if they should be protected or courted and cared for? It makes me think of how relationships often take on unique names. Immediately, “Bennifer” and “Brangelina” come to mind for me. In a more seriously committed relationship such as marriage, the couple shares the same name. This is proof of how relationships become a part of your identity. Our old selves were in relationship with sin and the behaviors that follow were our identity. But now you have a New Identity. Your Identity is no longer in sin and self, but in Christ. You are NOT your past. NEW – is your Identity. If you have placed your faith in what Christ accomplished for you on the cross, then you are a new creation. The old you was broken. The old you was burdened by sin putting a veil between you and God, but now that you are a new creation in Christ, nothing, absolutely nothing – no principalities, not death, and certainly not your actions, can separate you from the love of God (Romans 8:38-39). Your faith in the power of Jesus’ blood covers all of your sin – past, present, (and this part is downright scandalous) even your future sins (Hebrews 10:10). They have all been paid for and you are a new creation. Unlike those old relationships, we are no longer defined or labeled by sin or shame. Your new label is righteous. Your old self was broken, but your new self was bought with a price. That price was the body and blood of Jesus, which was broken for our sin. Once for all time, making our new creation selves whole forevermore. It’s the Great Exchange. Everyday is new and everyday, so are you. Rest in the truth that you have a fresh start today and everyday.

NEW CREATION is your identity!

Daily Reminder

You don’t have to work to be a New Creation, you already are a New Creation because Christ gave you a new identity. His identity. This is who you are because of who He is, not who you have to try to become.

– Religion tells us what to do to become, which equals self reliance – the focus is on self.

– The truth of the Gospel tells us who we are because of who Jesus is and what He did – the focus is on Jesus.

Good News  – Our Father in heaven is pleased with you because of what Jesus did – it all hinges on Him not us.

We are in union with Christ (1 Corinthians 6:17). When our Daddy in heaven looks at you, He sees Jesus, and He is nothing but pleased. (Matthew 3:17)

Rest in Him today.

Creator God,

Thank You for creating. Thank You for making all things new. Thank You for giving me a fresh start each and every day. Order my steps today, Lord. As I take each one, remind me that Your plan is from this point forward with abundant blessings in store. Thank You Jesus!

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Published by Angel Lovoy Moore

I must admit that I am a bit of an enigma: a half-Italian Alabama native who hosts giant groups of friends and family every chance I get, but will also sneak away to a private corner to read a good book or journal my latest thoughts. I will cook a creative gourmet feast from scratch without any recipe or measurements, but also enjoy a quick and simple meal at the local cozy hole-in-the-wall diner down the street. I have been married to my childhood family friend for 25 years with whom I share 3, nearly all adult children, and am deeply passionate about Grace, Family, and Faith. I am passionate about pointing people to Jesus. I am compelled to share what He has done in my life and all that He has taught me. I desperately want people to see Him for who He really is and not all the attachments that religion has put on Him. I long for people, believers and unbelievers alike, to understand the Truth - the uncensored, un-manipulated Truth of the Gospel. Because of the blood of Jesus, the Life He gave on the Cross, we are unconditionally loved by the Father and once we place our faith in Jesus, we are forever in right standing with God. It is the power of the finished work of the Cross. I am in awe and live to proclaim- Thank You Jesus! Come along with me as we Journey to Grace Land!