How can you apply the promise of living with Christ in your life? A Trustworthy Saying: Our Union with Christ 2 Timothy 2:11: “This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him.” • The verse points back to the moment you trusted Christ. In God’s eyes you were united with Jesus in His death, so your old life ended (Romans 6:6–8). • Because that union is real, His resurrection life now defines you (Colossians 3:3–4). • Living with Christ is not only a future hope of heaven; it is a present, daily reality empowered by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 2:4–6). From Positional Truth to Daily Practice • Affirm your identity each morning: “I have died with Christ; I now live with Him” (Galatians 2:20). • Reckon it true when temptation strikes. Sin has no authority over someone already crucified and raised with Jesus (Romans 6:11–12). • Surrender choices to His leadership. Living with Christ means His priorities shape your schedule, finances, and relationships (Luke 9:23). • Expect resurrection power in weakness. Ask for Spirit-enabled strength to love, serve, and endure (Philippians 4:13). Living in Resurrection Power • Pray with confidence—He lives to intercede for you (Hebrews 7:25). • Obey promptly—His life in you supplies both the desire and the ability (Philippians 2:13). • Walk in holiness—resurrection life drives out the habits of the grave (Ephesians 4:22–24). • Rejoice continually—your spiritual “life with Christ” cannot be threatened by circumstances (John 16:22). Hope-Filled Perspective for Trials • Suffering is temporary; shared life with the risen Christ guarantees future glory (2 Corinthians 4:14, 17). • Persecution cannot sever your union with Him (Romans 8:35–39). • Even death itself is re-defined; it becomes a doorway to fuller fellowship (Philippians 1:21, 23). Community and Mission • Gather with other believers to celebrate the living Christ among you (Matthew 18:20). • Speak life—encourage brothers and sisters to stand firm in the same promise (Hebrews 3:13). • Share the gospel—invite the lost to experience life with Christ (2 Corinthians 5:20). Checklist for This Week 1. Begin each day by reading 2 Timothy 2:11 aloud, thanking God that you live with Christ. 2. Identify one area where “grave clothes” still cling—replace the habit with a Spirit-led action. 3. Encourage one believer and witness to one unbeliever, letting Christ’s life flow through your words. |
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