In 2 Corinthians 5:17 (KJV), the Apostle Paul shares a powerful truth about salvation and what it means to be a new creation in Christ: “Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” Observe he says, “...if any man be in Christ...”— salvation is you in Christ!
In Colossians 1:26-27, Paul shows us another truth, “the mystery which has been hidden from ages and from generations, but now has been revealed to His saints. To them God willed to make known what are the riches of the glory of this mystery among the Gentiles: which is Christ in you, the hope of glory.” While salvation is you in Christ, Christianity is Christ in you. It’s Christ living in you and through you every day.
In Ephesians 5:30, Paul reminds us of something so profound: “For we are members of His body, of His flesh, and of His bones.” This imagery reinforces the inextricable union we have with Christ. In 1 Corinthians 6:15, it says, “Do you not know that your bodies are members of Christ?” That means your hands, feet, and voice are all empowered by Him. When you speak, it’s Christ speaking through you. When you help or encourage others, it’s Christ ministering through you.
The Lord Jesus Himself said in Luke 10:16, “He who hears you hears Me.” This is the incredible reality of having Christ in you. You’re not just living your life—you are the embodiment of God’s glory. Wherever you go, you carry His presence and radiate His glory. You have the privilege to be a conduit of His divine power!
Prayer
Dear Father, thank you for the blessing of having the fullness of Christ in me. I live in the consciousness of your glory, and your presence shines through me, blessing others and glorifying your Name, in Jesus’ Name. Amen.
