The Believer's New Zip Code
Good morning, Immanuel. The gospel relocates us to a new spiritual zip code!
“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places…” (Ephesians 1:3).
I've moved around a few times, and one of the most challenging aspects of moving is rebuilding your routines around a new environment. You must learn a new set of landmarks, understand new traffic patterns, and learn the local lingo, among other things. Everything is new because you are in a new zip code. Much is the same when you become a Christian. Becoming a Christian is like a spiritual relocation. Everything is new because you are in a new spiritual zip code, and that new zip code is Christ Himself.
Over and over again, the Apostle Paul refers to our new spiritual condition in the gospel as our “union” with Christ. Far more than merely letting Jesus into our hearts, the Father relocates us into His Son! And now, united to Jesus, what is true of Him now becomes true of us. As He is righteous, so we sinners are made righteous in Him. As He is the beloved delight of the Father, so we who were once far off are the Father’s delight in Him. What a staggering thought!
Dear Immanuel, let's continue to remind each other of our new spiritual zip code in Christ!
ON THE HORIZON…
TONIGHT - Young Professionals Gathering - Join us tonight at 6:30 pm for our monthly Young Professionals gathering! Come and meet a new friend, fellowship, and be encouraged. See you there.
TOMORROW - Join us every Friday at 6 am in the Cafe for prayer as we seek the Lord for a long-term home in Nashville. Let’s see what the Lord will do! Learn more about the Tenth Generation here!
SUNDAY - Join us on Sunday, April 28 in the gym immediately after the 10:45 service to learn more about participating in women's discipleship cohorts this coming fall! Lunch will be provided. RSVP.