What does "Christ is all, and in all" mean for Christian identity? Our New Identity in Christ “Here there is no Greek or Jew, circumcised or uncircumcised, barbarian, Scythian, slave or free, but Christ is all and in all.” — Colossians 3:11 In the body of Christ, earthly distinctions no longer define worth or status. “Christ is all” means He is the complete source of life, righteousness, and purpose for every believer. “Christ … in all” declares His personal indwelling of every redeemed person, uniting us as one new humanity. Christ Replaces All Former Labels Galatians 3:28: “There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” 2 Corinthians 5:17: “Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come!” Earth-made categories—ethnic, cultural, social—lose power to divide because Christ Himself becomes the believer’s primary identity marker. Christ Fills Every Believer Romans 8:10: “But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, yet the Spirit gives life because of righteousness.” John 15:4: “Remain in Me, and I will remain in you.” His indwelling presence brings: • Assurance of salvation • Access to God as Father • Shared life and power through the Holy Spirit Practical Implications for Daily Living Contentment: Everything truly needed is found in Christ (Philippians 4:13). Humility: No believer is superior; we all stand on equal ground at the cross (Romans 3:22-24). Unity: Division fades when hearts focus on the same Lord (Ephesians 4:4-6). Purpose: Life centers on reflecting Him, not self-promotion (Colossians 3:17). Walking Out This Identity Together Speak to one another with grace, remembering the same Christ lives in your brother or sister (Ephesians 4:29). Serve without partiality—economic, social, or cultural factors cannot overshadow Christ’s presence in fellow believers (James 2:1-4). Encourage growth: exhort, teach, and comfort because Christ’s fullness is already present, yet being increasingly manifested (Colossians 1:27-28). Key Verses to Remember Colossians 3:11 Galatians 3:28 2 Corinthians 5:17 Romans 8:10 Ephesians 4:4-6 |
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