Jesus also, that he might sanctify the people with his own blood, suffered outside the gate. Therefore, let us go forth to him outside the camp, bearing his reproach. For we have no continuing city here, but we seek one to come.
Select a thought to read by choosing a collection, the month, and then the day:
During a conversation with some brothers and sisters in Christ not long ago, the subject came up concerning who the Bible says that we are, once we are “in Christ”. Just as earlier this year, we had a discussion about what the Bible says happens to a person when he is born again, we realized as we discussed this matter that the Bible says that we become many things when we enter into Christ. Below is our first list. Any additions are very welcome.
We are the offspring of God
We are fools for Christ
We are ambassadors for Christ
We are God’s workmanship
We are the circumcision
children of God
the light of the world
the salt of the earth
joint heirs with Christ
the chosen generation
a royal priesthood
the redeemed of the Lord
more than conquerors
the brothers of Jesus
the seed of Abraham
the Israel of God
the household of faith
gods
God’s witnesses
friends of Jesus
children of the prophets (Acts 3:25)
God’s husbandry/God’s vineyard
God’s building
the temple of God
the body of Christ
the holy nation
a treasure to God
servants of the most high
the branches of the true Vine, Jesus
the beloved