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Walking in Newness of Life

There’s beauty in new beginnings. A fresh start brings hope and renewal to life. In your walk with Christ, the newness of life should last more than a fleeting moment but become a continuous transformation. It’s a call to live differently, to reflect His love in every action and word.

He saved us, not because of works done by us in righteousness, but according to his own mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewal of the Holy Spirit.

– Titus 3:5 ESV

Our society makes it easy to get caught up in talking negatively, criticizing, and judging others. But Christ calls you to come up higher. When you choose this higher standard, you resonate by giving mercy and loving others. You begin to see others through the lens of God’s mercy. Speaking evil of no one becomes an act of love, a reflection of the kindness you’ve received from Christ.

Christ has also given you the authority to be gentle, which might seem like a weakness in a world that values dominance and assertiveness. But gentleness is a fruit of the Spirit, a powerful testimony of Christ’s work in your heart. It’s through your gentle responses that others see the character of Jesus. Your gentleness can diffuse tension and provide comfort when dealing with family, friends, or strangers.

The Holy Spirit empowers you to live in a way that honors God and reflects His love for the world.

Showing perfect courtesy toward everyone reflects the respect and honor you’ve received from God. It’s easy to be courteous to those who are kind to you, but Christ’s love extends even to those who might seem undeserving or those who speak unkind words and create tension. Perfect courtesy means treating everyone with the dignity of being made in God’s image.

Walking in the newness of life is a commitment to living out the transformation Christ has worked in you and focusing on His love and grace. It’s not always easy, but the Holy Spirit empowers you to live in a way that honors God and reflects His love for the world.

Today’s One Thing 

Thank God for your renewed life, and affirm, “I am walking in the newness of life through Christ’s redemption, speaking no evil, avoiding quarrels, being gentle, and showing perfect courtesy to everyone.”

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