2 Corinthians 5:17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come.

The proverbial fixer-upper. Sometimes a house needs renovation because of age or neglect, or maybe it is no longer functional. First on the list is to find a contractor, hopefully one who sees possibilities and potential. If the foundation is stable, amazing transformations can happen.

There's a parallel here to us and Christ. Sin took the perfectly designed world God created and thrust it into disrepair. God promised to send a Savior who would bring the ultimate renovation through restoration and reconciliation. That Savior is Jesus Christ. He was born for us, gave his life for us and rose for us. Through Him we are made new, full of possibilities and potential. We can barely believe the transformation.

This Advent let's give thanks for God's amazing work in us as we resolve to live a life that brings honor and glory to him and him alone.

Helping people live life with Jesus everyday,