Proof of New Life

Proof of New Life!

As you have therefore received Christ, [even] Jesus the Lord, [so] walk (regulate your lives and conduct yourselves) in union with and conformity to Him. Have the roots [of your being] firmly and deeply planted [in Him, fixed and founded in Him], being continually built up in Him, becoming increasingly more confirmed and established in the faith, just as you were taught, and abounding and overflowing in it with thanksgiving. Colossians 2:6- 7 AMP

Today's extract seeks to establish a truth: there is accountability when it comes to knowing and growing in Christ. It all starts with the decision to accept him as Lord and Saviour and with it comes a whole life-journey. Before you can talk about the responsibilities involved, the first question is: have you received Christ ams Lord? Only then can you read further and confirm if your life agrees with the provisions that have been highlighted.

After receiving Christ, it does not just end there. I am expected to walk in union and conformity with him. I am not to walk ahead, thinking I know my way or can help myself, but I must walk in his steps. I must conform to what he commands and directs. It is then that my roots can become firmly and deeply planted in him. This shows source, inspiration, strength and nourishment. When the roots are right, the fruits will be right. When I am firmly fixed in Christ, my life will produce fruit that tallies with the strength, quality and abundance of my roots. How deep are your convictions and beliefs? In whom are they founded? Who is the inspiration behind your priorities?

Once the roots are right, the quality of the fruits will be apparent. You are built up on the strength of your roots. Testings and trials will come, but when your roots are right, your fruits will be right. When your faith is tested, as it must be, your fruits will be determined by the quality of your roots. And of course, your life will result in Thanksgiving to God. When you stand to speak about your experiences, someone is challenged to hold on to God. When I testify of the quality of my fruits, based on the strength of my roots, people are encouraged to decide for God and to hold on to him irrespective of what they may be going through. It all flows from the quality of my roots. Where and in whom am I rooted?