By Pastor Jason Lim
A Christian is a miracle of God, for he is a whole new creation! It is all God's work. But what is a new creation?
Paul teaches us 3 things about the new creation:
A New Perspective
A Christian is giving a fresh pair of spiritual eyes. He sees things differently. His perspective and worldview is radically changed. God has "turned on" the lights (shone in his heart) to enable the new creation to behold the glory and splendour of the Lord Jesus Christ, so that he gladly submits to Jesus as Lord. The new creation also sees people differently- and they seek to love and serve them.
A New Position
The new creation does not sit under the wrath of God anymore. He is loved. He is forgiven. He is saved. He is reconciled.
All this is from God, who gave His son to be the sin-bearer, so that our sins will not be counted against us. The new creation can therefore come to God in tremendous assurance, security and comfort. He knows nothing shall separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.
A New Purpose
Like the apostles, we are given the gospel message to be delivered to the world. The reconciled are to be reconcilers. We are like ambassadors, who represent our King Jesus, to call the world to humble themselves and repent before God. We tell them of the good news that the King is ready to pardon. We also must seek to reconcile wayward or sinning brethren.
