Bible Verse of The Day – 7-14-21

2 Corinthians 5:17 (NKJV) 17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new.

We are new creations in Christ. Not old with new clothing. Not old with new habits. Not old with a new coat of paint. Brand new, from the inside, out.

Why is this so important for us to understand?

Because once we grasp it, it will impact us deeply. It will change the way we think and the way we act. And if it doesn’t, then we don’t truly grasp what Christ has done.

How will we know that we’re at least starting to get it? Because we will see ourselves changing.

Our thoughts will change. The things we say (and don’t say) will change. The way we act will change.

Some things will change quickly. Others will take time. But change will be evident in our lives on a day-to-day basis as we grow and mature.

And because we’re each unique, with different sins that we wrestle with, we will each change in different ways, at different paces.

What’s important, though, is that we do see change happening. Not because we’re legalistic and have specific steps or timetables to follow, but because that outward change is evidence of God working inside us, changing our heart and transforming our minds.

Romans 12:2 (NKJV) 2 And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.

Embrace God. Allow Him to work a miracle in your heart. Let Him bring change in you. Let Him do it in His way, and His timing. For His ways are perfect.

Pastor Curt & Pastor Ellie

Seven Seas Ministries
P.O. Box 272
Bradford, RI 02808

401-315-0902

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