⁴ But God is so rich in mercy, and he loved us so much, ⁵ that even though we were dead because of our sins, he gave us life when he raised Christ from the dead. (It is only by God’s grace that you have been saved!) ⁶ For he raised us from the dead along with Christ and seated us with him in the heavenly realms because we are united with Christ Jesus. ⁷ So God can point to us in all future ages as examples of the incredible wealth of his grace and kindness toward us, as shown in all he has done for us who are united with Christ Jesus.

Now You’re Alive

Yesterday, we talked about the fact that so many people have no idea that they are spiritually dead. They continually strive to find meaning and purpose in life, but because they have not turned to Christ, they remain frustrated and lost.

Those who do grab ahold of the gift of grace are in the very opposite position. Rather than death, they find themselves spiritually alive. As Jesus put it, we’re abundantly alive.

And yet, I wonder if those who are alive are any more aware of their state than those who are dead spiritually. I meet many who have turned their life over to Christ, and yet function as if they are in no better a place than anyone else. They complain, struggle, and find themselves just as discouraged as those who don’t know Christ. In many ways, there seems to be little, if any difference.

Why is that?

I’m glad you asked. I believe it’s because it takes faith to step out and live the life that we have been called to live. It’s takes faith to truly believe that Christ has made a difference in your life. We’ve been talking about that all month at Bikers’ Church (you can watch the videos here). Extreme faith is when you take the truth of Scripture and actually live it out in your life.

So, what are you waiting for? You’re alive. Start living that way.

My prayer: Lord, you gift of salvation means I am no longer dead spiritually. You have brought me back to live. You invite me to live a life that is beyond anything I could do without you. I want to live a life that fulfills your calling for me. Help me to see how that is possible. Amen.

Until tomorrow.