Are You Living Like You are Made New?
Read Galatians 2:20
Today’s Truth
Pop psychology says we can overcome our problems and be a better version of ourselves. If you’ve ever tried that, you know it’s exhausting.
The Gospel tells us the opposite. The Gospel says we were born into brokenness we can’t shake. This brokenness is called sin, and it separates us from our Father in heaven.
Jesus’ death and resurrection removed the power of sin once and for all. Jesus says when we believe this and put our trust in Him, our sin is removed, and we are made new.
Discussion Questions
- Reread Galatians 2:20 as if it was written by you. How does it feel to know that Jesus gave Himself up for you?
- Is there any area of your life where you still find yourself trying to “get right with God”? How does today’s reading change your approach?
Application
Rather than trying harder to change, Paul tells us to remember whose we are. We are children of God, made new, set free. That’s how God sees us. The more we believe this about ourselves, the more our actions will reflect this reality — instead of who we used to be.
