Behold! Christ makes all things new by taking away the old, sinful nature and making us new creations in His image. We become image bearers of His likeness.
Therefore if any person is [ingrafted] in Christ (the Messiah) he is a new creation (a new creature altogether); the old [previous moral and spiritual condition] has passed away. Behold, the fresh and new has come! ~2 Corinthians 5:17 AMPC
Behold! It is amazing to find that beholding Christ can transform us into His very nature. We adopt His perspective and are forever changed for the better.
And all of us, as with unveiled face, [because we] continued to behold [in the Word of God] as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, are constantly being transfigured into His very own image in ever increasing splendor and from one degree of glory to another; [for this comes] from the Lord [Who is] the Spirit. ~2 Corinthians 3:18 AMPC
As you behold Christ in His Holiness, and declare He is worthy, may you be encouraged, inspired, and transformed into His likeness.
Recommendations:
5 Ways to Gain Peace at Christmas https://strengthwithdignity.com/5-ways-to-gain-peace-at-christmas/
References:
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Every Friday, I join an online Christian writing community, Five Minute Friday. We are given a one-word prompt and write – unscripted, unedited, pure free-write – for 5 minutes. The prompt this week is behold.
10 thoughts on “Behold! I Make All Things New”
As my heart is breaking, I must believe it’s true:
from sorrow Christ is making all things bright and new.
My doggy friend is going, twelve years passed all too soon,
while outside cows are losing, coyotes howling to the moon.
My world will soon be colder, a piece pulled from my heart,
soul suddenly years older; oh, Lord, please play your part
that one day we’ll meet again in rainbows, free of tears and pain!
I’m glad that you have twelve years of blessed memories together, Andrew! I’m sad to hear that you are losing his presence. May the Lord give you grace in the transition from this world, and comfort.
I’m so thankful Jesus allows us to both “behold” and to “hold” the nature of His very person in these fragile, earthen vessels. Thanks for the reminder of Christ’s transforming power at work in us. Blessings!
I’m so thankful He is faithful to transform us into His likeness, Barbara.
I love the thought of beholding Christ is what transforms us in his nature. Loved the song you chose as well!
I’m thankful He is faithful to transform us into His image, Wendy!
It is amazing to think how we are changed as we behold Him. So very humbled and grateful this morning. The song is just beautiful!
It is amazing, Joanne! To think that beholding Him can change us into His likeness is truly incredible!
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Thank you for hosting, Dee! I’m so thankful that when we behold Him, we become more like Him. He brings such hope.