“Crucified With Christ”
Sunday, December 22, 2024Key Verse
“I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me” (Galatians 2:20).
Text —Galatians 2:17-21
Message
Seeds of corn do not germinate until they are dead; likewise, a Christian cannot begin to live a saintly life until he or she is crucified to the world. Since Jesus died to give us life eternal, He expects us to submit ourselves for crucifixion to transient things so that we can live for Him. Apostle Paul underscores the irreconcilable picture of receiving justification by Christ and living in sin. He affirms that such scenarios are identical to self-defeat and sabotage as it is likened to rebuilding what has been destroyed.
Thus, the only approach to demonstrating crucifixion with Christ is choosing to live by the faith of the Son of God. Now, this is a mystery that only becomes exemplified in the life of one who wholly submits to Christ and mortifies the flesh, meaning sinfulness. Apostle talks about living your life through faith in the Son of God which is observable through clear demonstration of spiritual consciousness, godly attributes and fruitfulness in the service to God. The risen youth does not engage in a lifestyle that is a reproach to Christ.
Quote
Jesus died to give us eternal life
Challenge
Live for Jesus every day.
Prayer for today