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New Creation in Christ

Everyone who is united to Jesus Christ has entered a new state of spiritual life in which the former sinful order has passed away and God progressively transforms the believer's identity, conduct, relationships, speech, judgment, and service according to Christ.

Core Concepts

new creationin Christold things passed awayall things become newtransformed lifeChrist living in the believer

Misconceptions We Reject

  • New creation is merely external behavioral reform
  • Believers produce the new creation through autonomous effort
  • New creation means immediate sinless perfection
  • Union with Christ eliminates the believer's personal identity or responsibility

Key Scriptures

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