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Day 22: Created to Become Like God
You were created to become like Christ!
“God knew what he was doing from the beginning. He decided from the
outset to shape the lives of those who love him along the same lines as
the life of his Son … We see the original and intended shape of our
lives there in him.” Romans 8:29 (Msg)
From the very beginning, God’s plan has been to make you like his Son,
Jesus. God announced this intention at Creation: “Then God said, ‘Let
us make human beings in our image and likeness.” Genesis 1:26 (NCV)
God’s ultimate goal for your life on earth is not comfort, but
character development. He wants you to grow up spiritually and become
like Christ. Becoming like Christ does not mean losing your personality
or becoming a mindless clone. God created your uniqueness, so he
certainly doesn’t want to destroy it.
We allow Christ to live through us. “For this is the secret: Christ lives in you.” Colossians 1:27 (NLT)
How does this happen in real life? Through the choices we make. We
choose to do the right thing in situations and then trust God’s Spirit
to give us his power, love, faith, and wisdom to do it. Since God’s
Spirit lives inside of us, these things are always available for the
asking.
Jesus did not die on the cross just so we could live comfortable,
well-adjusted lives. His purpose is far deeper: He wants to make us
like himself before he takes us to heaven. This is our greatest
privilege, our immediate responsibility, and our ultimate destiny.
Pastor Daniel Ballon |
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