LIVING AS A NEW CREATION
- Rev. Dr. N Patrick Marica
- 29 minutes ago
- 3 min read
by Reverend Nick
Community is one of the deepest desires of the human heart. We long to be accepted, to belong, and to know that we matter. That’s why the church is so powerful—it’s not just a place of worship, but a family where we find connection and love. Yet, despite this, far too many Christians struggle with anxiety, depression, and a lack of peace. Why? Because too often we:
-Refuse to tell ourselves the truth of God’s word.
-Refuse to recognize who we are in Christ.
IDENTITY: WHO YOU ARE MATTERS MORE THAN WHAT YOU DO
From childhood, we’re asked: “What do you want to be when you grow up?” But the better question is: “Who do you want to be?”Scripture reminds us that when we are saved, we become a new creation (2 Corinthians 5:17). We are spiritual beings living a human existence, placed here to bear fruit and influence others for Christ. Our identity is not defined by careers, possessions, or achievements—it’s defined by being children of God, adopted into His kingdom, and called to leave a legacy of lives touched by Jesus.
LIVING THE TRUTH
To embrace this identity, we must commit fully to the process of sanctification—the daily transformation of our minds and hearts. This means:
- Trusting God’s Word as the ultimate standard of truth, even when it challenges us.
- Offering ourselves as living sacrifices (Rom 12:1), allowing God to use us for His purposes.
- Praying Scripture—not just requests, but prayers of thanksgiving and faith that align with God’s will.
- Taking captive every thought (2 Cor 10:5) through biblical meditation and consistent praise, replacing lies with truth.
Over time, these practices retrain our minds, anchor us in God’s promises, and bring the peace that surpasses understanding.
THE POWER OF PRAYER AND PRAISE
Prayer is not about convincing God to do what we want—it’s about aligning ourselves with His will. When we pray Scripture, we can expect His “yes.” Gratitude and praise are equally powerful, transforming our perspective and silencing the lies that fuel anxiety. Learning to pray God’s will over yourself will always get a yes!
“Lord, I thank You in Jesus’ name that You are renewing my mind.”
“Lord, I thank You that You are giving me wisdom and discernment.”
“Lord I thank You in Jesus name that You are healing me”.
“Lord, I thank You in Jesus name that
You are making me the person of God You want me to be”.
These truths, repeated and believed, reshape our hearts.
REST FOR YOUR SOUL
Jeremiah 6:16 says: “Stand at the crossroads and look; ask for the ancient paths, ask where the good way is, and walk in it, and you will find rest for your souls.” When we surrender fully to Christ, our problems become His problems. Our worries are exchanged for His peace. Our identity shifts from self-centered striving to God-centered living.
CONCLUSION
The truth is simple but life-changing: You are not your own—you were bought at a price. You are a new creation, uniquely designed, called, and equipped to leave a legacy for Jesus.
Tell yourself the truth. Live in it. And watch as God transforms your life with joy, peace, and purpose.
Contact Reverend Nick at: